Jimmy Hong

What does a typical day look like for you?

This is one of the aspects that I like the most – my job really allows me to start each day differently. Sometimes I’ll be in the office working on client meeting materials, and other times I’ll be on the road for live transactions.

How do you describe the culture at the bank?

The bank is supportive not only to its employees but also to society in general. I heard a lot about social responsibility before joining the bank, but didn’t know the exact format until I attended the various fundraising and volunteer events hosted throughout the year.

What do you enjoy doing in your personal time?

Sports and food are two things I cherish, and conveniently Hong Kong is the perfect place for this. I have developed good relationships with my Bank of America peers and sometimes on the weekends we explore together. 

Do you work in a global team?

Yes, I work with colleagues around the globe all the time. I'm currently working with teams based in the U.S., Germany, and Korea on various live/pitch situations. The seamless collaboration is made possible by our global platform. We are able to leverage expertise from different continents to form a most compelling strategy and present to the client.

What advice would you give to students?

It’s never too early to start reaching out to people and honing your communication skills. This job requires so much communication with colleagues and clients, and if you master that you will be more than a step ahead of others.