Senior Manager, Governance, Risk & Data Privacy

Hong Kong Genome Institute; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Genome Institute is seeking a Senior Manager to lead corporate governance, ERM, and internal controls, ensuring robust policy frameworks and regulatory compliance. You will oversee data governance, privacy compliance for genetic data, advise senior management, and coordinate board reporting, with a focus on ESG integration and risk mitigation.

A seasoned professional with 12+ years in governance and compliance, plus relevant certifications, is expected to guide the organization toward

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Law, Risk Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance.
• At least 12 years in governance, regulatory compliance, or internal audit, with 5 years in a managerial or high-level advisory capacity.
• Deep understanding of the regulatory landscape in Hong Kong, ERM methodologies, and data privacy regulations. Experience handling sensitive personal data or working in life sciences/healthcare sector is a significant advantage.
• Proven track record in policy drafting and managing IP, ESG, or data governance frameworks.
• Professional qualifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CGP, or CRMA are highly preferred. Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or ESG certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of corporate governance, ERM and internal control frameworks
• Serve as the functional Data Officer to oversee data governance policies and privacy compliance; ensure robust data classification and ethical practices, with a specific focus on sensitive personal data in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance and international standards
• Advise senior management and committees on governance, risk, compliance, and ESG matters; recommend actionable strategies to address emerging regulatory risks
• Monitor compliance with statutory requirements, industry best practices, and internal policies; maintain the corporate risk register and oversee remediation plans to mitigate legal, operational, and reputational risks
• Coordinate Audit and Risk committee meetings and management forums, ensuring high-quality reporting and effective tracking of action items
• Oversee the lifecycle of corporate policies and the IP governance framework, ensuring documentation and controls are robust and aligned with regulatory requirements
• Support the integration of ESG governance, including policy alignment, disclosure coordination, and monitoring of global sustainability trends
• Design and lead organisation-wide training and awareness initiatives to embed a culture of integrity, data ethics, and proactive risk management
• Liaise with external/internal auditors to ensure audit recommendations are effectively addressed and integrated into the governance cycle
• Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers

Skills

Governance

Enterprise Risk Management

Data privacy

Policy drafting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law, Risk Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance

Job description

Hong Kong Genome Institute is seeking a Senior Manager to lead corporate governance, ERM, and internal controls, ensuring robust policy frameworks and regulatory compliance. You will oversee data governance, privacy compliance for genetic data, advise senior management, and coordinate board reporting, with a focus on ESG integration and risk mitigation.

A seasoned professional with 12+ years in governance and compliance, plus relevant certifications, is expected to guide the organization toward