Operational Leadership:
•     Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company's goals.
•     Oversee day-to-day operations across all business lines
•     Ensure operational excellence, process optimization, and cost efficiency.
•     Coordinate with teams heads across Operations, Compliance, Legal, IT, Risk, Finance and Administration to ensure seamless execution and alignment with global standards.
 
Regulatory & Compliance Oversight:
•   Work closely with Compliance team to ensure all activities comply with relevant regulations.

• Implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and adapt operations accordingly.

 
Risk Management & Governance:
•   Oversee risk assessment procedures for all business activities.
•   Maintain high standards of corporate governance and ethical practices.
•   Manage operational risks related to technology, compliance, and market activities.
 
Technology & Infrastructure:
•     Lead the adoption of advanced technology platforms for trading, analytics, and 
back-office operations.
•     Ensure secure, scalable, and efficient IT systems supporting core
Financial Management:
•     Monitor and control operational budgets.
•     Drive profitability through efficiency improvements and expense management.
•     Prepare operational reports for executive leadership and board.
 
Stakeholder Engagement:
•     Build strong relationships with regulators, clients, partners, and internal teams.
•     Serve as the local liaison for functions with vertical reporting to the Hong Kong head office, ensuring effective communication and operational alignment.
•          Represent the company in industry forums and regulatory meetings.  

•     Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
•     15+ years of experience in financial services, with significant exposure to investment banking and broking operations.
•     Proven track record of leading supporting functions. 
•     Past exposure to financial markets, trading platforms, regulatory environment, and innovation in financial services.
•     Leadership skills with ability to drive change, cultivate teamwork, and ensure high performance.
•     Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.