Compliance - I&I team lead (Sizable bank)

Your New CompanyOur client is a leading Chinese banking group with a strong and expanding presence across Asia and international markets. To support continued business growth within its Global Markets platform, the bank is seeking an experienced compliance professional to lead the Global Markets Compliance function in Hong Kong.Your New RoleLead the Global Markets Compliance team and act as the primary compliance advisor to Front Office and business managementProvide compliance advisory support across Fixed Income, Currencies & Commodities (FICC), Treasury, Rates, FX, Structured Products, Derivatives, and Capital Markets businessesAdvise stakeholders on regulatory requirements, market conduct, licensing, product governance, and suitability obligationsReview new products, business initiatives, and trading activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory expectationsOversee regulatory change management and assess impacts arising from HKMA, SFC, and other regulatory developmentsLead compliance risk assessments and thematic reviews relating to Global Markets activitiesProvide guidance on surveillance, monitoring, trade controls, information barriers, and conduct risk mattersManage regulatory enquiries, inspections, audits, and internal reviewsPartner closely with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Front Office teams on governance and control enhancement initiativesDevelop and deliver compliance training to business stakeholdersLead, coach, and develop team members while fostering a strong compliance cultureWhat You'll Need to SucceedDegree holder in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related disciplinesMinimum 10 years of compliance experience within banking or financial services, with significant exposure to Global Markets businessesStrong knowledge of Hong Kong regulatory requirements, including SFC Code of Conduct, HKMA requirements, market conduct, and product governance regulationsSolid coverage knowledge across FICC, treasury products, derivatives, structured products, and capital markets activitiesProven experience in providing compliance advisory support to Front Office stakeholdersExperience managing regulatory inspections and engaging with regulatorsStrong stakeholder management and leadership capabilitiesProfessional qualifications such as CAMLP, ICA, CFA, FRM, or legal qualifications would be advantageousFluent English and Chinese communication skills, including MandarinWhat You'll Get in ReturnCompetitive compensation and performance-driven bonusLeadership opportunity within a high-profile Global Markets platformExposure to senior executives and strategic business initiativesExcellent career progression prospects within a growing international banking franchiseWhat You Need to Do NowIf you're interested in this opportunity, click "Apply Now" or send your latest CV to rowina.lo@hays.com.hk.For a confidential discussion regarding compliance opportunities across Financial Markets, Investment Banking, Compliance, Risk, and Financial Services, please contact: