The Job

The appointee will lead a team to develop and implement risk-based supervision programme in relation to the operations of MPF trustees and their service providers, and to oversee the operations and projects for the MPF Intermediaries regime. The appointee will also oversee the operations MPF Intermediaries regime and be involved in leading and driving key projects with a view to continuously improving the supervision and operations of MPF industry. The main responsibilities include:

• To develop, formulate and implement policies and initiatives for effective supervision and monitoring of MPF trustees and their service providers;
• To oversee the operations, training and related projects for the MPF Intermediaries regime;
• To spearhead supervision projects on key risk areas including MPF scheme operations and administration;
• To support projects at the MPFA level on reforms of MPF system and other related initiatives;
• To formulate and take effective measures to deliver the appropriate supervisory outcome;
• To review and enhance work processes to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness;
• To take part in divisional management and to effectively coach and up-skill individual team members under his/her supervision; and
• To perform other duties as assigned.

The Person

• A recognized degree, preferably in law, accounting or finance;
• At least ten years of relevant experience in legal or regulatory compliance, retirement schemes / pensions, auditing or risk management, of which a minimum of four years should be at Manager level or above;
• Preferably with knowledge in the operations of financial institutions and a broad understanding of the development of international regulatory framework applicable to governance / fund management / pensions;
• Relevant work experience gained from financial regulators / law firms / professional services organizations is an advantage;
• Effective negotiator and communicator; and
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and influencing skills, self-motivated and solutions oriented and able to work under pressure.

Remuneration Package

A competitive remuneration and benefits package including a discretionary performance-linked variable pay, annual leave, medical, dental and life insurance coverage, and MPF will be offered. All new appointments will be made on a two-year fixed-term contract initially prior to consideration for appointment on a non-fixed-term basis.