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.

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 branch management, business control or risk management, with a proven track record of success.

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

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers