Head of Compliance

An established and growing insurance platform in Asia is seeking an experienced compliance professional to lead and manage the compliance function for one of its regional business units. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for regulatory compliance, governance, and risk oversight across Hong Kong, with exposure to regional operations.

This position suits a seasoned compliance professional who can operate both strategically and hands-on, partnering with senior management and business teams to maintain a strong compliance culture and framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior management and business teams to provide compliance advisory support across the organisation and its subsidiaries
• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework and monitoring programme
• Develop and update internal policies and guidelines to meet regulatory requirements and strengthen internal controls
• Prepare regular compliance reports for senior management and relevant regulatory authorities
• Ensure the compliance framework is properly implemented, monitored, and updated in line with regulatory changes
• Provide practical compliance guidance to business stakeholders on regulatory and governance matters
• Oversee third-party onboarding processes, including due diligence and risk assessments
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure the business remains compliant with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• Support the implementation of regulatory requirements and industry guidelines

Requirements

• Degree qualified; professional compliance qualifications are an advantage
• Minimum 15 years of compliance experience within the insurance industry
• At least 6 years of leadership or team management experience within a compliance function
• Strong knowledge of Hong Kong insurance regulations and regulatory frameworks; exposure to Macau regulations would be beneficial
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ability to work independently
• Fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin)

Argyll Scott Asia is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.