Responsible Officer overseeing virtual asset licensing and compliance within Hong Kong. Requires extensive experience in blockchain, financial markets, and regulatory environments.
Responsibilities
License Application: Responsible for preparing materials for the companys application to the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) for Type 4 and 9 license upgrades (with VA focus) and Type 1 license application, including refining compliance policies, control measures, processes, and systems required for licensing and upgrades.
License Maintenance: After approval, act as the Responsible Officer (RO) to ensure the companys operations continuously comply with SFC licensing and regulatory requirements.
Product Strategy: Design and develop virtual asset management products that meet market demands, aligned with the companys strategic positioning.
Investment Management: Oversee investment management, operations, and risk control for the companys virtual asset management products and Real-World Asset (RWA) products.
Requirements
Masters degree or higher in Finance, Law, or related disciplines; professional qualifications such as CFA are preferred.
Minimum 3 years of experience in blockchain, virtual assets, or asset management within the past 6 years.
Deep understanding of Hong Kong financial markets and the regulatory landscape governing virtual assets.
Must hold at least one SFC Responsible Officer (RO) license among Type 1 (Securities Trading), Type 4 (Advising on Securities), or Type 9 (Asset Management), with demonstrated experience in virtual asset investment management.
Strong spoken and written Chinese proficiency is a must.
Strong analytical, risk assessment, and written communication skills with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable business processes.
Familiarity with blockchain technology including protocols, encryption, consensus algorithms, and smart contracts, plus ability to work collaboratively with blockchain developers on product build and deployment.
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