Business Compliance Lead

Fuku; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hytech is seeking an experienced Business Compliance Lead to establish and drive our compliance function across payment, card issuing, and digital asset businesses. You will lead licensing initiatives, engage regulators, and strengthen AML controls while partnering with business teams to enable sustainable growth.

We expect 8+ years in FinTech compliance, deep knowledge of HK MSO/VASP frameworks, and hands-on licensing experience. Strong English and Chinese communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Compliance or related discipline.
• 8+ years of compliance experience in FinTech, Payments, Digital Assets or Banking.
• Strong knowledge of HK MSO and VASP regulatory frameworks, with hands-on MSO license application experience.
• Experience supporting or leading regulatory licensing applications.
• Experience engaging with HK regulators (SFC, HKMA, Customs & Excise Department).
• Solid understanding of AML/CFT, KYC, FATF, Travel Rule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead or drive regulatory licensing initiatives (HK MSO, VASP) for business expansion.
• Act as primary compliance contact for regulators and manage inquiries, inspections, and renewals.
• Develop and maintain AML/CFT framework, KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, and transaction monitoring.
• Create and implement compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls; perform risk assessments.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CFT knowledge

KYC/KYB

Regulatory liaison

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance/Compliance

Job description

About Us

Hytech is a global management consulting firm headquartered in Australia and Singapore. Specializes in digital transformation for fintech and financial services companies. Provides comprehensive consulting solutions and robust middle- and back-office support. Hytech has a global presence in Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, Morocco, Cyprus, and more.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Business Compliance Lead to establish and drive our compliance function across payment, card issuing, and digital asset businesses. This role will lead licensing initiatives, engage directly with regulators, strengthen our AML framework, and partner closely with business teams to enable sustainable growth while maintaining the highest compliance standards.

What You'll Do

Regulatory & Licensing

• Lead or play a key role in obtaining and maintaining Hong Kong regulatory licences, including MSO, VASP, and other relevant licences supporting business expansion.
• Act as the primary compliance contact for regulators, including Hong Kong Customs & Excise Department, SFC, HKMA, and other regulatory authorities.
• Manage regulatory enquiries, inspections, audits, licence applications, and renewals.
• Monitor regulatory developments and provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders.

Business Compliance

• Build and continuously enhance the compliance framework supporting Payment, Card Issuing, Cross-border Payments, and Digital Assets.
• Translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes and operational controls.
• Own and continuously improve the firm's AML/CFT compliance framework.
• Oversee KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and suspicious transaction reporting.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with FATF standards, Travel Rule requirements, and applicable regulatory obligations.
• Develop compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and periodic reviews.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Compliance, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of compliance experience within FinTech, Payments, Digital Assets, or Banking.
• Strong knowledge of Hong Kong MSO and VASP regulatory frameworks, with hands on MSO license applicarion and renewal experience.
• Hands-on experience supporting or leading regulatory licensing applications.
• Experience engaging directly with Hong Kong regulators, including Customs & Excise Department, SFC, and HKMA.
• Solid understanding of AML/CFT, KYC, FATF, and Travel Rule requirements.
• Familiarity with payment, card issuing, or digital asset business models.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese.

Why Join Us

• Play a key role in building the compliance foundation for a fast-growing global financial technology business.
• Work closely with senior leadership and regulators on strategic licensing initiatives.
• Shape the compliance framework supporting payment, digital asset, and international expansion.
• Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team where your expertise will have a direct impact on business growth.