A prestigious global asset servicing firm in Hong Kong, with a long-standing history and focus on custody, fund administration, and risk management, is seeking a dedicated professional for its Trustee & Depository team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee fund operations, including daily cash flows, portfolio compliance, and adherence to fund documents, codes, and regulations.
- Manage issues and exceptions: investigate, escalate, coordinate resolutions, and document outcomes.
- Identify risks in oversight frameworks; develop and implement mitigation strategies.
- Update and proceduralize internal controls for trustee activities.
- Conduct due diligence on clients and delegates during onboarding and ongoing reviews.
- Review fund agreements and documents for regulatory compliance, clarity, and appropriate terms.
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor fund launches and liquidations; set up and test oversight controls.
- Prepare and review reports for management, clients, regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
- Escalate audit findings or issues; propose and communicate resolutions.
- Define and implement controls for new or applicable regulations.
- Interact with department heads on regulatory and audit queries.
- Build strong client relationships; explain regulatory requirements and provide enquiry support.
- Foster effective collaboration across departments and share best practices.
What We Look For:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
- 4-5 years of experience in the funds industry; trustee or oversight roles preferred.
- Strong analytical and presentation skills to handle complex, sensitive topics.
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; English required, Chinese preferred.
- Effective time management, multitasking, and performance under pressure.
- High attention to detail, organizational skills, and risk awareness.
- Independent worker who thrives in a collaborative team environment.