Vice President / Assistant Vice President - Compliance Risk Oversight & Regulatory Coordination

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is seeking a VP/AVP to lead the Compliance Risk Oversight & Regulatory Coordination function within Group Compliance. You will manage risk-based reviews, oversee issue management, and coordinate regulatory responses to strengthen controls across divisions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, policy development, and training to embed digital solutions in compliance processes, supporting HKEX's integrity and public-interest obligations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement risk-based reviews over compliance with policies.
• Maintain and execute the Compliance Issue Management program; oversee issues and action plans.
• Provide compliance advice and support to divisions ensuring alignment with laws and policies.
• Support regulatory reviews by authorities (e.g., SFC) and draft remediation actions.
• Draft and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures and guidelines.

Job description

Company Introduction:

We’re home to Asia’s most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.
Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.

HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: “ToConnect,PromoteandProgressour Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all.”

Job Summary:

Compliance Risk Oversight & Regulatory Co-ordination, under Group Compliance, is responsible for running the compliance risk oversight program to manage regulatory reviews, conduct risk-based reviews over compliance with Compliance Policies and other internal policies as requested, facilitate regulatory commitments tracking and support projects related to Compliance operations, tools and controls enhancements. The team provides compliance support to various divisions and functional areas. In addition, it partners with Internal Audit to offer insights that enhance alignment and strengthen the effectiveness of controls across divisions and functions.

Through the implementation of compliance risk oversight program, the team supports GCRO from managing the Compliance & Conduct Risk, upholding the HKEX Values — Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, Collaboration, and Engagement, and fulfilling their public interest obligations.

Job Duties:

Reporting to the Head of Compliance Risk Oversight & Regulatory Co-ordination, the VP/AVP will be responsible for the following key areas:

• Develop and implement the risk-based reviews over compliance with Policies , including understanding the policy requirements and implementation, determining the review steps for risk areas and executing the review on timely basis.

- Maintain and execute the Compliance Issue Management program , with an oversight of issues owned by Group Compliance and to ensure that control weaknesses identified by Group Compliance and/or regulators are addressed through appropriate and effective action plans.

- Provide compliance advice and support to various divisions and functional areas, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. Facilitate business matters, products, projects, and initiatives where appropriate to strengthen control effectiveness.

- Support regulatory reviews , including those conducted by the SFC and other regulators. Responsibilities include addressing comments or issues raised, formulating appropriate action plans, and validating the completion of remedial actions where applicable.

Assist in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining internal Compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices.

- Contribute to the development of internal training programs , including the creation of training materials and presentation decks to support staff awareness and understanding of compliance obligations.

- Provide support on projects related to Compliance operations, tools and controls enhancements , including initiatives related to regulatory technology, with a focus on integrating and embedding digital solutions into Group Compliance processes to enhance workflow efficiency and oversight.

HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.

Location:

HKEX - Exchange Square

Shift:

Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Permanent