Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Program Instructor

Kaplan Financial (HK) Limited; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 689,000 - 1,240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaplan Hong Kong seeks an independent contractor to deliver FRM examination preparation classes in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats. The role involves preparing and updating instructional materials, facilitating learning, and providing academic coaching to learners.

The successful candidate will have FRM or CFA/CAIA/CPA credentials, 5+ years in financial risk management, and strong presentation and teaching skills in Cantonese and English.

Qualifications

• FRM certification or comparable credentials such as CFA/CAIA/CPA.
• Experience delivering FRM/CFA or other professional certification courses.
• Strong knowledge of quantitative risk analysis and financial markets.
• At least five years of relevant industry experience in financial risk management, banking, asset management, treasury, or regulatory risk.

Responsibilities

• Deliver FRM examination preparation classes in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.
• Prepare, review, and update instructional materials, case studies, practice questions, and mock examinations.
• Facilitate participant learning through interactive discussions, workshops, and examination-focused guidance.
• Provide academic coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback to learners.
• Evaluate learner progress and recommend strategies to enhance examination readiness.
• Contribute subject matter expertise to support curriculum enhancement and program improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Communication

Online teaching

Bilingual Cantonese/English

Microsoft Office

LMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

FRM/CFA/CAIA/CPA credentials

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning management systems

Job description

Kaplan Hong Kong is seeking a qualified and experienced independent contractor to provide instructional and academic support services for our Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) examination preparation programs. This engagement is ideal for industry practitioners and professional educators with strong expertise in financial risk management and professional certification training.

Scope of Services

Deliver high-quality FRM examination preparation classes in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.

Prepare, review, and update instructional materials, case studies, practice questions, and mock examinations.

Facilitate participant learning through interactive discussions, workshops, and examination-focused guidance.

Provide academic coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback to learners.

Evaluate learner progress and recommend strategies to enhance examination readiness.

Contribute subject matter expertise to support curriculum enhancement and program improvement initiatives.

Remain current with developments in financial risk management, banking regulations, quantitative analysis, and financial markets.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess:

A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Accounting, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is preferred.

FRM certification awarded by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), or comparable professional credentials such as CFA, CAIA, or CPA.

Demonstrated experience delivering FRM, CFA, or other professional certification preparation courses.

Strong knowledge of quantitative risk analysis, financial markets, and risk management practices.

At least five years of relevant professional industry experience in one or more of the following areas:

Financial Risk Management

Banking

Asset Management

Treasury or Market Risk

Regulatory Risk and Compliance

Skills and Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.

Fluency in spoken and written Cantonese and English.

Ability to explain complex financial concepts in a practical and accessible manner.

Strong online teaching and virtual classroom management skills.

Commitment to learner success and professional educational standards.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and learning management systems.

Engagement Terms

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance Subject Matter Expert

Location: Hong Kong Island and/or Online-Hybrid Delivery

Flexibility: Flexible scheduling and delivery arrangements are available for suitable candidates.

Contractual Relationship: This engagement is offered on an independent contractor basis. The contractor will not be considered an employee of Kaplan Hong Kong and will be responsible for their own tax, insurance, and statutory obligations as required by applicable laws.

All personal data provided by applicants will be treated in strictly confidential and used for recruitment purpose only.