about the company.
Our client is a highly prominent, leading independent Asian asset management firm with a powerful regional investment footprint and a deeply rooted presence in Hong Kong. Renowned for their award-winning value investing strategies across equities, fixed income, and alternative asset classes, they combine a sophisticated buy-side heritage with a dynamic operating environment. They offer a stable, capital-backed platform that values strong corporate governance, operational integrity, and structured professional career development.
about the team.
The Internal Audit department is a high-visibility, independent assurance function that acts as a vital strategic partner to the Audit Committee and executive management. You will join a dedicated, collaborative group of investment risk, finance, and operational audit specialists who thrive in a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating landscape. The team culture highly values technical accuracy, proactive risk advisory, and an open approach to knowledge-sharing across the entire asset management business.
about the job.
Plan, lead, and execute end-to-end risk-based internal audit assignments across fund management operations, trading desks, sales distribution, and corporate functions.
Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control frameworks, valuation policies, and risk management systems in accordance with global auditing standards.
Ensure all asset management practices and investment operations strictly comply with SFC regulations, code of conduct requirements, and local statutory laws.
Formulate high-quality, concise audit working papers and comprehensive audit reports that clearly communicate control deficiencies and practical remediation plans.
Partner with business heads and operations managers to track and verify the timely implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
Support the continuous optimisation of the annual risk assessment process and assist in developing data-driven audit tools to enhance testing efficiency.
skills & experience required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional accounting/auditing qualification is a big plus.
Minimum 4 years of experience in internal audit within an asset management firm, or assurance experience within the Big 4 (asset management/buy-side audit portfolio).
Solid technical understanding of investment products, fund administration workflows, and SFC regulatory compliance frameworks.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to discuss control issues constructively with business units.
Fluency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin is mandatory to effectively conduct audit testing, collaborate with regional business lines, and author high-quality reports.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'Apply Now' or send your CV directly to Marco.li@randstad.com.hk.
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