Global Head of Compliance – Insurance Industry (HNW Clients)
Based in Hong Kong or Singapore
Our client is a fast-growing global insurance brokerage specializing in delivering bespoke insurance and wealth protection solutions to High-Net-Worth (HNW) and Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) clients. As part of its continued regional expansion, the firm is seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead its compliance function across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the legal, regulatory, and compliance function across the firm's regional operations.
- Develop, implement, and continuously enhance a robust compliance framework aligned with insurance brokerage regulations and HNW/UHNW client advisory standards.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on regulatory developments, governance matters, business expansion initiatives, and compliance risk.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, external legal counsel, and key internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including AML/CFT, sanctions, data privacy, client suitability, licensing, and cross-border distribution rules.
- Design, implement, and oversee internal policies, controls, monitoring programmer, and compliance training to support sustainable business growth.
- Conduct regulatory risk assessments and provide practical compliance solutions while balancing commercial objectives.
- Foster a strong culture of ethics, governance, and regulatory compliance throughout the organization.
Requirements
- Over 8 years of compliance experience across the insurance brokerage, trust services, and Multi-Family Office/External Asset Manager (MFO/EAM) sectors.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing HNW/UHNW insurance brokerage, wealth planning, and cross-border distribution.
- Proven ability to balance commercial objectives with effective regulatory risk management.
- Demonstrated experience engaging with regulators and managing complex, multi-jurisdictional compliance matters.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- High level of integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- Fluent in English and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese), as the role requires regular communication with regional teams and stakeholders across North Asia.
EA License No.: 23S1936
