Responsible Officer (Contract) at ESR Group

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong S.A.R. -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SFC Type 4 Licensing, SFC Type 9 Licensing, Regulatory Compliance, Asset Management, Corporate Governance, SFO Compliance, Regulatory Reporting, Licensing Maintenance, Problem Solving, English Proficiency, Cantonese Proficiency

Industry

Real Estate

Description

ESR is a leading Asia-Pacific real asset owner and manager focused on logistics real estate, data centres, and energy infrastructure that power the digital economy and supply chain for investors, customers, and communities. Through our fully integrated real asset fund management and development platform, we strive to create value and growth opportunities for our global portfolio of investors. We offer our customers modern space solutions to realise their ambitions across Australia and New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Greater China, Southeast Asia, and India, including a presence in Europe. Role Overview To support business continuity and maintain robust regulatory oversight. ESR HKAM is seeking an experienced Responsible Officer (RO) on a 6+6 month contract basis to cover an interim replacement. Key Responsibilities Regulated Activities Oversight Serve as the Responsible Officer for SFC Type 4 (Advising on Securities) and Type 9 (Asset Management) regulated activities. Oversee corporate asset investment activities to ensure full adherence to SFC regulations, circulars and operational guidelines. Regulatory Compliance & Governance Conduct ongoing compliance monitoring against the Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), SFC Codes and Guidelines, as well as internal governance policies. Provide support for regulatory reporting and respond to SFC inquiries on an ad-hoc basis. Licensing & Regulatory Liaison Oversee the SFC licensing application, renewal and ongoing maintenance for the company, safeguarding seamless business operations and full regulatory compliance. Academic & Licensing Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Law or Business Management is preferred. Must hold an unconditional SFC Responsible Officer endorsement for Type 4 and Type 9 regulated activities (mandatory). Professional Experience At least 3 years of licensing and regulatory compliance experience within asset management or relevant financial services; proven RO experience is highly preferred. Professional Integrity Demonstrate a solid professional track record with high ethical standards; free from any adverse disciplinary records with the SFC or other regulatory authorities. Language Skills Proficient in spoken and written English and fluent in Cantonese for daily and formal professional communication. Strong problem-solving skills Grow with us – Career growth and learning We believe our greatest strength lies in the growth and development of our team. From day one, we create an environment that builds confidence and lays the foundation for long-term success. Whether you’re launching your career or stepping into a leadership role, we provide the tools, learning opportunities, and personalised guidance to help you thrive. More about career growth at ESR Our values and purpose Our values are the foundation of everything we do—shaping our performance, culture, and ambition. Our purpose is rooted in the pursuit of excellence across all areas of our business, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of performance, accountability, and integrity. When you join us, you commit to three core principles: We Do the Right Thing: Integrity is non-negotiable. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of accountability, ensuring that every financial decision and business move is ethical and transparent. We Win as One Team: Our culture thrives on collective success. We break down functional silos to ensure that our ambitions are met through seamless collaboration and mutual support. We Think Beyond the Present: We don’t just manage for the quarter; we build for the years to come. We challenge ourselves to look past immediate gains to secure long-term excellence and sustainable growth. More about our values and purpose

Responsibilities

Serve as the Responsible Officer for SFC Type 4 and Type 9 regulated activities to ensure adherence to SFC regulations and operational guidelines. Oversee regulatory compliance monitoring, reporting, and the maintenance of company licensing applications.