Responsible Officer (RO)
Hex Trust
Hex Trust is a fully-licensed and insured digital asset custodian. Led by veteran banking technologists and award-winning financial services experts, Hex Trust has built Hex Safe, a proprietary bank-grade platform that delivers solutions for digital asset protocols, foundations, financial institutions, and the Web3 ecosystem. Hex Trust has offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, Italy, and Vietnam.
Position Summary
Hex Trust is looking for a Hong Kong based Responsible Officer to oversee and support the next stage of the Company’s growth & expansion; obtaining and maintaining SFC Type 1 (Dealing in Securities) and Type 4 (Advising on Securities) licenses. This position requires a high level of intellectual rigour, a can-do attitude, and a passion for structure and details.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as a Responsible Officer (RO), own the SFC Type 1 and 4 license application and maintenance processes, supervise regulated activities.
- Liaise with the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and/or other regulatory bodies.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements for the licenses.
- Conduct thorough reviews of the Company's operations, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with required regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to obtain the necessary information and documentation for the license applications.
- Coordinate and respond to enquiries or requests from the SFC.
- Stay updated on changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices related to the SFC Type 1 and 4 licensing.
- Provide guidance and advice on licensing matters, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory obligations.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with external legal and compliance professionals as necessary.