Vice President, Listing Enforcement

Company Introduction: We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day. HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all." Job Summary: The Stock Exchange is the front-line regulator of listed companies in Hong Kong. Listing (Enforcement) is responsible for investigating possible breaches of the Listing Rules and taking appropriate enforcement action, which includes conducting disciplinary proceedings before the Listing Committee. As a senior member of Enforcement, you will be provided with an interesting mix of investigative and disciplinary case work, together with challenging project work. You will need to be a strong, balanced and persuasive communicator, with an enquiring mind and an eye for detail. The successful candidate will have the highest integrity, and be motivated by the prospect of unravelling complex issues in the cause of fairness and justice. Job Duties: Responsibilities: Understand Enforcement’s role and vision Lead and develop a team of experienced professionals Oversee investigations and disciplinary action relating to breaches of the Exchange Listing Rules Present disciplinary cases before the Listing Committee Proactively seek out optimal approaches and solutions Assist in all enforcement matters, including the formulation of disciplinary policy and procedures Requirements: Qualified lawyer, with at least 12 years’ working experience in civil litigation particularly substantial experience in drafting pleadings (including further and better particulars), witness statements and legal advice Experience in Exchange disciplinary action or SFC disciplinary/court action will be highly regarded Broad and deep knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures Knowledge of administrative law issues is preferred An experienced leader capable of motivating, mentoring and developing legal/professional staff (including experienced lawyers) A strategic, creative and lateral thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and ambition to improve through adaption and innovation Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (proficiency in Putonghua is preferred) Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills Work commitment, team player, and ability to multi-task and work efficiently HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace. Location: HKEX - Exchange Square Shift: Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Permanent Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is a publicly-traded company (HKEX Stock Code:388) and one of the world’s leading global exchange groups, offering a range of equity, derivative, commodity, fixed income and other financial markets, products and services, including the London Metals Exchange. As a superconnector and gateway between East and West, HKEX facilitates the two-way flow of capital, ideas and dialogue between China and the rest of world, through its pioneering Connect schemes, increasingly diversified product ecosystem and its deep, liquid and international markets. HKEX is a purpose-led organisation which, across its business and through the work of HKEX Foundation, seeks to connect, promote and progress its markets and the communities it supports for the prosperity of all. Discover the latest career opportunities and programmes at HKEX.