Associate/Assistant Vice President – Business Audit

About the role

The Senior Auditor, Business Audit will join HKEX’s Group Internal Audit team to deliver high‑quality, risk‑based audits across the Group. Reporting to the Head of Business Audit, the role supports the audit lifecycle, provides insights to senior management and contributes to continuous improvement of the control environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk‑based business audits independently, from walkthrough meetings to control testing and issue write‑ups.
• Identify, assess and escalate audit findings and root causes to the Auditor‑in‑Charge and GIA leadership.
• Monitor emerging risks and high‑risk business areas to shape future audit coverage.
• Provide actionable advice to business units to strengthen controls and processes.
• Validate timely remediation of audit issues and follow‑up on corrective actions.
• Research industry trends and risk topics to enhance audit methodology and value‑add.
• Prepare concise materials for senior management, the Audit Committee and regulators.
• Participate in departmental initiatives, including continuous improvement of audit methods.

Required profile

• Minimum six years of experience in internal or external audit, risk management or compliance, preferably within professional services or financial institutions.
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Technology or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, CIA, CFA, FRM or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of financial products, listing, exchange, clearing and settlement regulations.
• Team‑oriented mindset with high ownership, accountability and ability to work in a fast‑changing environment.

Required skills

• Data analysis
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)