Compliance Advisor – Hedge Fund/ Quant Trading

Ashford Benjamin; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashford Benjamin is partnering with global hedge funds and quant platforms expanding their compliance team in Hong Kong. The Compliance Advisor will cover trading activities across APAC, overseeing the program and guiding regulatory updates.

Candidates should have a minimum of 6 years of compliance experience at investment banks or buyside platforms, with APAC markets experience a plus. The role requires strong governance and policy implementation capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of compliance experience at an investment bank or buyside platform.
• Experience with APAC markets compliance is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory updates and industry standards.
• Proven ability to review new business and product initiatives for compliance risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive compliance coverage to trading activities in the APAC region.
• Oversee the APAC compliance program and governance.
• Advise on regulatory changes and their impact on risk posture.
• Manage pre- and post-trade controls and incident handling.
• Review new business and product initiatives for compliance risk.
• Develop and implement applicable compliance policies and procedures.
• Support core and regulatory compliance work with accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with global teams to maintain consistency and escalation paths.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

APAC experience

Regulatory updates

Pre/Post-trade controls

Advising & guidance

Job description

Ashford Benjamin is partnering with multiple global hedge funds and quant trading platforms that are keen to expand their compliance team in Hong Kong.

In the role of a Compliance Advisor, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive compliance coverage to trading activities across the APAC region. Your key responsibilities will include overseeing the APAC compliance program, offering guidance on regulatory updates, managing pre and post trade control, compliance incidents and breaches, reviewing new business and product initiatives, and implementing pertinent compliance policies and procedures while supporting core and regulatory compliance work.

To be considered for this role, candidates must have a minimum of 6 years of compliance experience at investment bank/ buyside platforms. Experience in markets/ investment compliance for APAC is an advantage.