SFC RO (Type 1/4/9) - Offshore Funds & Reg Liaison

Morgan McKinley; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Hong Kong seeks an experienced professional to serve as a licensed Responsible Officer for Type 1, overseeing Type 1 activities and supporting offshore fund structures (Cayman/BVI). You will ensure regulatory compliance and work closely with executive leadership on strategic initiatives.

You will liaison with the SFC, SFO requirements, AML/CFT policies, and build a lean, agile team while guiding junior staff and coordinating with regulators.

Qualifications

• Holding or previously held SFC RO status for Type 1, 4, 9 (unconditional RO preferred).
• 7–12 years in asset management, securities dealing, or brokerage setup.
• Hands-on experience structuring offshore vehicles (Cayman/BVI funds).
• Energetic, proactive professional able to work with CEO in an agile setting.
• Strong knowledge of HK SFO regulations and SFC guidelines.
• Excellent command of English and Putonghua/Cantonese.

Responsibilities

• Type 1 License setup, operations oversight; drive day-to-day dealing activities.
• CEO strategic projects collaboration on high-priority initiatives.
• Offshore fund structures oversight (Cayman Islands & BVI).
• SFC compliance & supervision as RO for Type 1, 4 & 9; ensure AML/CFT adherence.
• Regulator liaison with HK SFC for licensing matters and audits.
• Team leadership in a lean, agile environment and mentoring staff.

Skills

RO status

Asset management

Securities dealing

Offshore structuring

Leadership

Job description

Morgan McKinley in Hong Kong seeks an experienced professional to serve as a licensed Responsible Officer for Type 1, overseeing Type 1 activities and supporting offshore fund structures (Cayman/BVI). You will ensure regulatory compliance and work closely with executive leadership on strategic initiatives.

You will liaison with the SFC, SFO requirements, AML/CFT policies, and build a lean, agile team while guiding junior staff and coordinating with regulators.