Simon Cheng
About Simon Cheng
Simon Cheng serves as the Regional Head of Money Markets & Insurance Collaboration and Head of FX for North Asia at HSBC Private Banking, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in the banking sector, having worked in various roles at HSBC and Coutts, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from The University of Hong Kong.
Current Role at HSBC Private Banking
Simon Cheng serves as the Regional Head of Money Markets & Insurance Collaboration and Head of FX for North Asia at HSBC Private Banking. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the bank's operations in Hong Kong SAR. In this role, he oversees the management of money market activities and insurance collaboration within the region, focusing on enhancing financial services and product offerings.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Simon Cheng has a substantial history with HSBC, having worked in various capacities. He was initially employed as a Manager in the Asia Pacific CEO Office from 2008 to 2012. After this role, he served as a Senior Money Market Dealer from 2015 to 2019 and later returned to the position of Regional Head of Money Markets & Insurance Collaboration from 2019 to 2021. His extensive experience at HSBC has equipped him with a deep understanding of the banking sector.
Experience at Coutts
Cheng worked at Coutts as Vice President and Business Manager in the CEO Office for Asia from 2012 to 2015. This role involved managing business operations and supporting the CEO in strategic initiatives within the Asian market. His tenure at Coutts contributed to his expertise in private banking and financial management.
Educational Background
Simon Cheng studied at The University of Hong Kong, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science from 2003 to 2007. He also attended the University of Bergen (UiB) for one year from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, he completed his early education at St. Joseph's College in Hong Kong, laying a strong foundation for his academic and professional pursuits.
Early Career Experience
Before his roles in banking, Simon Cheng worked as a Business Analyst at Value Partners for 11 months in 2007. He also gained experience in journalism as a Column Writer and Freelance Reporter for Metro International from 2002 to 2008. These early positions provided him with diverse skills in analysis and communication.