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Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Head of Compliance – Digital Asset Exchange

Our client is a reputable and established digital assets exchange currently looking for a Head of Compliance to be based in Hong Kong.  As part of their expansion plan, they need a seasoned compliance individual with a strong grasp on local and regional regulatory requirements.

Please contact Venus Ip at +852 6380 0256 or email your CV directly in word format to hkcareers@theedgepartnership.com

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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Key responsibilities

  • Take responsibility for the organization’s Compliance framework and function.
  • Lead a team to develop policies procedures, solutions and lead any remediation of compliance gaps to completion, including but not limited to AML, market surveillance, regulatory compliance, etc.
  • Take ownership of regulatory matters for the business, working with global regulators on maintaining managing regulatory initiatives
  • Proactively identify gaps in control environments and risk profiles for the business.
  • Have a strong understanding of applicable regulations, industry standards and possible compliance issues in a financial services organization.
  • Deploy programs, resources, tools and creative solutions to simplify the understanding of key compliance risks and create needed focus to mitigate/manage them.
  • Regularly conduct environmental scans, canvassing internal and external sources to anticipate and stay informed of changes in the dynamic compliance and regulatory environment impacting the business.
  • Contribute your thought leadership and collaboration to the Executive Committee and the broader compliance community.

Role requirements

  • A relevant degree ideally in Law or Finance with over 15+ years of experience with a financial services organization.
  • Prior regulatory experience from an Investment Banking/Sales and Trading environment is essential.
  • Understanding of the crypto environment and recent developments of relevant rules and regulations
  • Proven experience in dealing with regulators in the region, as well as establishing compliance framework is essential.
  • Good understanding of AML legislations, data protection and regulatory needs in region is highly preferred.
  • Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work in a fast paced, ever changing and growing organization required.
  • Any prior knowledge or working experience from a Fintech business as big advantage.