Location: Singapore / Hong Kong
Reporting To: Group CEO
PCMHK Licences: Type 4 (Advising on Securities) & Type 9 (Asset Management) – SFC
PCMS Licence: Capital Market Service License (CMS) – MAS
Engagement Type: Fee-Sharing Arrangement
Role Summary and Key Responsibilities
The CCO is responsible for expanding the firm’s client base and advisory network, driving AUM growth, and supporting the firm’s strategic development in Hong Kong and the region. The role suits an entrepreneurial professional with strong origination capabilities and a proven network in private banking or wealth management. His/her responsibilities include:
- Client Acquisition & Relationship Management: Source, onboard, and service high-net-worth and institutional clients under the firm’s Type 4&9, and CMS licences maintain long-term client relationships through consistent engagement and portfolio reviews.
- Advisor Recruitment & Integration: Identify and recruit qualified advisors/relationship managers to join the firm’s independent asset-management platform; support onboarding, training, and compliance alignment.
- Business Growth & Strategic Initiatives: Execute business-development plans to grow AUM and revenue; build partnerships with banks, EAMs, family offices, and professional intermediaries; represent the firm at industry events to strengthen brand visibility.
- Internal Collaboration: Work closely with investment, operations, and compliance teams to ensure efficient onboarding and high-quality client service; share market insights and business feedback with management.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all SFC and internal compliance requirements, including KYC/AML, product suitability, and record-keeping standards.
Qualifications and Experience
The candidate should ideally possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).
- 8–10 years’ experience in private banking, EAM, or wealth management with proven business-origination results.
- Strong understanding of investment products, portfolio construction, and SFC regulatory framework.
- Established client and advisor network in Hong Kong and the region.
- Fluent in English and Cantonese; Mandarin an advantage.
Remuneration
This position operates under a fee-sharing remuneration model, with earnings tied to origination performance, AUM growth, and successful recruitment of qualified advisors.