Head of Legal and compliance - Chinese bank
Our client, a leading Chinese bank with a strong regional presence, is seeking a seasoned legal and compliance professional to lead its Legal and Compliance function. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for ensuring the bank operates within the legal and regulatory frameworks while maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance and ethical conduct.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead and manage the Legal and Compliance department, aligning its strategy with the bank's overall business objectives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team and board on legal, regulatory, and reputational matters.
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, including AML, KYC, data privacy, and financial crime regulations.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and manage regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting obligations.
Risk Management
- Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks across the organisation.
- Develop and implement robust compliance monitoring and control frameworks.
Governance & Ethics
- Promote a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability.
- Oversee training programs to ensure staff awareness and adherence to compliance requirements.
Key requirements:
- Minimum of 12-15 years experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within banking or financial services.
- Deep understanding of banking laws, regulatory frameworks, and compliance best practices.
- Proven track record in managing regulatory relationships and complex legal matters.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Legal & Compliance
Focus: Financial Services
Industry: Banking
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Hong Kong
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: GNPXYU-36060B6F
Date posted: 28 May 2025
Consultant: Jessie Chan
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