Asia Pacific Head of GFX

Asia Pacific Head of GFX – Risk and Compliance Join HSBC to apply for the Asia Pacific Head of GFX – Risk and Compliance role. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join our Risk and Compliance function in the role Asia Pacific Head of GFX – Risk and Compliance . Role Purpose Form part of the Global and Regional MSS Compliance team that provides independent oversight and challenge of risk management practices across the Asia Pacific GFX and Securities Financing within Markets Securities Services businesses, Global Functions and / or jurisdictions within the second line of defence to obtain reasonable assurance that they are operating in line with relevant laws, regulations, codes and HSBC Group Standards. Act as the SME for Markets Securities Services Compliance to drive the global and regional approach in challenge, guidance, support and interpretation to the Markets Securities Services businesses, Global Functions and / or jurisdictions; co-ordinate with equivalent counterparts in other compliance teams to ensure a consistent, best practice and ‘joined‑up’ approach. Partner with regulatory change and other regulatory SMEs to understand new and revised regulatory requirements, codes of practice etc. ensuring changes and impacts are disseminated to the appropriate businesses, functions and / or jurisdictions. Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities Failure to have proper Compliance coverage and expertise could lead to regulatory risk. Ensure compliance is a core focus in the areas of responsibility and embedded into the culture of the organization. Ensure positive and professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders incl Compliance function colleagues and regulators. Maintain active participation and good attendance in assigned committees and working groups, provide oversight and control as it relates to compliance policies, procedures, risk management and regulatory requirements. Customers / Stakeholders Markets Securities Services with the principal focus on GFX and EM Rates. Maintain contact with key Stakeholders and Compliance Management to identify, communicate and elevate status, progress, risks and issues incl. material and significant breaches or potential breaches of regulations. Assist with policy decisions and business solutions so that key stakeholders are bought into decisions that optimise effectiveness for HSBC. Analyse stakeholder goals vs. regulatory requirements to effectively manage expectations and address any misalignment. Conduct investigative work on specific issues, incidents or regulatory concerns as they arise as an integral element of a forward looking risk management framework. Foster good relations with global and regional regulators. Leadership & Teamwork Work collaboratively across peer group(s) and organisation. Strong personality to be able to cope with the demands of facing the business in challenging situations. Able and willing to identify and undertake the necessary actions to provide solutions needed to discharge effective compliance advice to the businesses. Appropriate interpersonal skills to be able to integrate into an existing close team and smoothly implement change. Undertake line management responsibility, if and when assigned from time to time, for Compliance officers in the Markets Securities Services advisory teams including motivation and performance management in accordance with HSBC’s policies and requirements. Mentor other Markets Securities Services team members. Knowledge & Experience / Qualifications Demonstrate GFX and EM Rates advisory compliance experience in associated products and product lines. Knowledge of applicable rules in relation to Cash FX, FX options, Commodities, EM Rates – Cash and Derivatives. Investigative and regulatory supervisory skills to undertake reviews of specific business activities and conduct. Ambition to enhance compliance knowledge and skills in a rapidly changing and dynamic Markets environment. Work across all levels of the organization to understand cross-functional linkages and interdependencies, as well as the implications of Compliance risk at both a strategic level and at the business unit level. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills and confidence to deal with senior and executive level staff to defend guidance, sell the benefits of Compliance risk management and challenge their operating environment. Ability to lead and motivate compliance officers with a reporting line into the role. HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website. Issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited. #J-18808-Ljbffr