Description

Your new company

You will be joining a well‑established licensed bank with regional focus and a meaningful presence in Hong Kong. The institution is recognized for its robust governance, cross‑border financial expertise, and commitment to regulatory integrity across its regional platforms. Its Hong Kong operations function under full banking authorization, demonstrating long‑standing regulatory compliance and operational stability.

Your new role

• Lead the bank's regulatory compliance program, ensuring full adherence to Hong Kong banking regulations and relevant U.S. standards.
• Manage regulatory relationships with HKMA and other authorities, handling inspections, responses, and ongoing communication.
• Review and enhance compliance policies, procedures, monitoring frameworks, and thematic testing.
• Advise senior management and business units on regulatory changes, cross‑border requirements, and enterprise compliance governance.
• Drive compliance culture development, training programs, and transformation initiatives.
• Supervise compliance teams, providing leadership, coaching, and performance oversight.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in investment compliance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to investment and corporate compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management and across different business units.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CAMS, or similar are a plus.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or share your profile to rowina.lo@hays.com.hk.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.