Standard Chartered, Hong Kong’s Priscilla To explains how returning to her home country gave her the opportunity to work with influential clients, contribute to high-profile global projects and build an international career.
I joined Standard Chartered as a Graduate after graduating from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2020. I was excited to embark on my career in banking and wanted to develop my skills with an organisation that invested in innovation and supported its employees to build successful careers. Standard Chartered’s strategic positioning in Hong Kong coupled with its global footprint creates an extraordinary opportunity to connect with international clients, which motivated me to return to my home country to begin my career in one of the fastest-growing financial markets in the world. The Bank’s Graduate Programme is also well known for its industry-leading career development strategies and unique opportunities to gain international exposure. After completing the Graduate programme and spending a year in my role as an Associate, it is clear that working with a global bank has helped me to lay the foundations for a prosperous career.
Beginning and building a career in Hong Kong after graduation
Hong Kong is one of the Bank’s key markets and has a strong retail presence in the region. It is the ideal location to work on piloting initiatives and seize opportunities to gain international exposure. I, therefore, chose to return to Hong Kong as it is a hotbed for innovation and growth opportunities. I knew that the unique opportunities produced by Hong Kong’s rapidly expanding market would help me to gain international exposure and be a part of the future of finance. I also wanted to be closer to my friends and family so that I could truly enjoy the flexible working benefits available at Standard Chartered.
Gaining a well-rounded understanding of the global financial sector as a Graduate
I work in Priority Private, the affluent client segment of Standard Chartered, Hong Kong. I oversee the client privileges and loyalty programme and lead campaigns to acquire high-profile clients to the Priority Private segment. My role has enabled me to build meaningful relationships with our partners and establish a network of distinguished individuals worldwide. Hong Kong’s growing market attracts a wealth of talented individuals from various industries and nationalities, so I have developed a strategic and well-rounded understanding of the global financial sector.