Published 2 weeks ago

Head of Risk

PERSOLKelly China

Job Description

Lead the overall risk management strategy and framework for the Hong Kong entity, covering market, credit, operational, liquidity, and emerging risks.

• Oversee daily risk monitoring across a wide range of products, including HK and US equities, derivatives, structured products, FX, and other instruments, ensuring effective combined risk control.

• Design and enforce trading limits, exposure management, and stress-testing mechanisms to safeguard the firm against extreme market events.

• Act as the primary point of contact for local regulators (SFC and other authorities) on riskrelated matters, ensuring full compliance with local requirements.

• Provide strategic input to senior management on new business initiatives, product launches, and cross-border expansion from a risk perspective.

• Build, manage, and mentor the local risk team, driving a culture of strong risk awareness and accountability.

• Collaborate closely with regional/global risk, compliance, operations, and technology teams to align local practices with group standards.

• Prepare and present regular risk reports to the Board, management committee, and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline; professional qualifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) preferred.

• 8+ years of risk management experience within securities, derivatives, or brokerage/financial institutions, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.

• In-depth knowledge of Hong Kong SFC regulations, risk governance standards, and market practices.

• Proven expertise in managing risks across multiple asset classes and product types.

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills; able to balance regulatory expectations with business growth needs.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in both English and Chinese.

• High resilience and ability to perform under pressure in a fast-moving environment

Job Particulars

Job source
eFinancialCareers
Job reference
23201323
Date published
21 Nov 2025
Job keywords
Equities, Other
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