Legal Entity Governance Lead, Vice President

Who we are looking for

This role requires a strong understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational procedures in finance or banking. Strong strategic leadership, analytical skills, being able to effectively communicate with internal stakeholders across all business, and a sense of ownership and urgency are highly critical.

What you will be responsible for

As Legal Entity Governance Lead, you will

Regulatory & Risk Expertise

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance standards (e.g., banking regulations, financial reporting requirements). 

• Regulatory Engagement: Work with Compliance team to liaison with the HKMA and other regulators on thematic review, remediation updates and supervisory dialogue.

• Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with branch operations. 

• Legal Entity Governance:

• Maintain robust governance structures, including board and committee oversight, delegation frameworks and compliance with local regulatory obligations. 

• Responsible for the implementation, maintenance of, and monitoring adherence to applicable policies and procedures to support regulatory requirements.

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of governance frameworks, policies and management of any framework managing the authority of operations of the legal entities.

Leadership & Execution

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to interact with staff, customers, and other stakeholders. 

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and develop effective solutions. 

• Program Management: Experience leading cross-functional regulatory programs with complex interdependencies and tight timelines. 

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in experience in banking, finance or a related industry, with a focus on governance, compliance, or risk management with a proven track record of success. 

• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and governance practices together with a thorough understanding of State Street’s business and product offerings.

• Excellent analytical, leadership, organizational, and communication skills with an ability to influence others and to promote teamwork across the organization.

• High ethical standards, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., business administration, finance, management) is required.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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