Associate Director / Senior Officer, Compliance

Balyasny Asset Management L.P.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Balyasny Asset Management L.P. in Singapore seeks an Associate Director / Senior Officer, Compliance to lead and oversee its Asia regional compliance program.

You will work with the Head of Asia Compliance to implement policies and ensure alignment with SFC, JFSA, MAS, and other regulators. The role requires at least 8 years in fund-manager compliance with 3 years in investment/trading compliance, including Asia-listed equities and market misconduct rules, and a Bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Experience: minimum 8 years in compliance within fund management or regulators in Asia.
• Specialization: at least 3 years in investment/trading compliance incl. Asia-listed equities and market misconduct.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree mandatory; Master’s/CFA preferred.
• Regional expertise: familiarity with China, Korea, Taiwan markets highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of Asia Compliance to manage regional priorities.
• Provide compliance counsel to investment staff on research, trading and daily activities.
• Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures.
• Conduct compliance training for staff in Hong Kong and Singapore.
• Assist with surveillance, forensic testing, and regulatory filings.
• Maintain strong oversight across regional offices.

Skills

Regulatory compliance experience

Investment/trading compliance

Asia regional knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree / CFA preferred

Job description

Associate Director / Senior Officer, Compliance

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Organising Institution / Firm

Balyasny Asset Management L.P.

Rolling Basis (Official)

Not Specified

Minimum 8 years of relevant compliance experience in fund managers/regulatory bodies in Asia; minimum 3 years of investment/trading compliance experience (including Asia listed equities); minimum 3 years of experience in market misconduct regulations (insider trading, market manipulation); Bachelor’s degree required.

Contextual Overview

Balyasny Asset Management L.P. is seeking an experienced Associate Director / Senior Officer, Compliance for its Asia region operations based in Singapore. The role reports to the Head of Asia Compliance and focuses on the development, implementation, and oversight of the firm’s regional compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations set by the SFC, JFSA, KFB, MAS, and other relevant bodies.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: Minimum 8 years of relevant compliance experience in fund management or regulatory bodies in Asia.
• Specialization: Minimum 3 years of investment/trading compliance experience, including knowledge of Asia listed equities and market misconduct regulations (insider trading, market manipulation).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree is mandatory; Master’s degree, CFA, or industry certifications are preferred.
• Regional Expertise: Experience with China, Korea, and Taiwan markets is highly preferred.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Provide direct support to the Head of Asia Compliance to manage regional compliance priorities.
• Provide compliance counsel to investment staff regarding research, trading, and day-to-day business matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments and update internal policies and procedures accordingly.
• Conduct compliance training for staff in Hong Kong and Singapore.
• Assist with surveillance, forensic testing, and the submission of regulatory filings.
• Maintain a strong compliance presence and oversight across all regional offices.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Not specified by the organization.

FAQs

• Does this role require specific regional knowledge? Yes, the role requires familiarity with regulations in the Asia region, with a preference for candidates experienced in China, Korea, and Taiwan markets.
• What is the primary focus of this position? The role is a mid-senior compliance position focused on investment/trading compliance, regulatory reporting, and providing counsel to investment staff.