Governance Risk and Compliance - Vice President (Risk/Compliance)

What you’ll do

• Support risk and compliance engagements from scoping through to execution, with full ownership of client deliverables
• Work with clients to define target operating models and control frameworks across risk and compliance functions, in collaboration and alignment with business, finance, operations, and HR functions
• Translate regulatory expectations (e.g. HKMA, SFC, MAS) into practical, implementable solutions aligned to client operating models
• Contribute to the development of practical risk and compliance solutions and methodologies
• Structure complex problems, develop clear recommendations, and support clients through implementation.
• Supporting business development through proposals, client discussions, and thought leadership in your area of expertise
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability building within the practice

What you’ll need 

• Essential:

  • [years of relevant experience in risk and compliance within a consulting firm or financial institution (e.g. non‑financial risk, operational risk, compliance, AML/KYC, regulatory advisory)
  • Track record of project delivery experience, including regulatory change / transformation or remediation programmes
  • Experience designing and implementing risk frameworks, controls, governance structures and associated documentation (e.g. RCSAs, risk registers, policies)
  • Familiarity with Hong Kong and regional regulatory expectations (e.g. HKMA, SFC, MAS) on risk management, governance and internal controls is highly preferred
  • An interest or experience in people‑ and behaviour‑focused change management, in exploring new and emerging technology solutions, and in working within risk and compliance
  • Strong project management and client-facing skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure issues and develop pragmatic recommendations.
  • Clear and effective communication skills across both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Fluency in both English and Chinese (ideally), with excellent verbal and written communication skills, is required.

  Desirable:

  • Exposure to digital assets / virtual asset regulation (e.g. VASP regimes) or other emerging risk areas
  • Experience using data analytics (such as Python, SQL) and data visualisation platforms (e.g. Tableau, PowerBI)
  • An interest in emerging technologies including the practical application of AI within risk and compliance.

Your development

• You will work closely with senior leadership on high-impact engagements, gaining exposure to complex client situations and contributing to meaningful outcomes. AlixPartners offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where you can build deep expertise, develop leadership skills, and shape your career path within a truly global firm.

Additional information
We are a globally connected team and serving clients globally so travel may be required to support delivery of projects across our different regions.

The firm offers market-leading benefits that provide flexible options to support our employee’s needs including health benefits to help prioritise their physical and emotional well-being, time-off policies to help to recharge and financial/ retirement benefits that offer income protection and support long-term planning.

The benefit type and level differ per location.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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