Chief Compliance Officer, Hong Kong, Macau, & Taiwan

Company Description

Company: Veolia Hong Kong Holding Limited

Veolia Hong Kong Holding Limited, part of the Veolia Group, leads in ecological transformation with innovative water, waste, and energy solutions. In 2025, Veolia served millions globally, driving sustainability with  €44.39 billion in consolidated sales.

Job Description

1. Strategic Compliance & Framework Management

• Develop, implement, and run the day-to-day operations of an effective, prevention-focused compliance program across Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.
• Support the Asia CCO in driving global compliance strategies, managing cross-border projects, and maintaining a shared Compliance portal for best practices.
• Monitor regulatory changes in HK, Macau, and Taiwan to identify trends, compliance vulnerabilities, and operational risks, implementing corrective action plans as needed.
• Administer and monitor daily corporate compliance protocols, including annual Conflict of Interest declarations and the review/approval of Gifts, Entertainment, Sponsorships, and Hospitality registers.

2. Auditing, Investigations & Whistleblowing Support

• Design and execute routine compliance spot-checks and internal audits across high-risk business units and operational sites to ensure policies are functioning effectively in practice.
• Conduct prompt and thorough investigations into whistleblowing reports related to compliance, ethics, or integrity across the region.
• Prepare detailed, objective investigation reports for senior management and partner with Legal, HR, Finance, and Internal Audit to recommend appropriate corrective or disciplinary measures.

3. Training, Advisory & Communication

• Develop and deliver high-impact compliance training programs (e.g., onboarding, ongoing regulatory updates, anti-corruption) for all employees and managers.
• Promote a strong culture of ethics and integrity by continuously communicating compliance policies and procedures leveraging modern training technologies.

4. Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Provide reports on a regular basis to keep senior management and the Asia CCO informed of the progress and operation of the compliance program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, LL.B., LL.M.) or specialized compliance/fraud examiner certifications (e.g., CCEP, CFE, ACAMS) are highly advantageous.
• Full professional fluency in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese is a must.

Additional Information

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in legal, compliance, audit, or investigations within a multinational company, accounting firm, or law firm.
• Proven track record of conducting corporate investigations, handling whistleblowing reports, and implementing risk management systems.
• Practical, strategic mindset with an in-depth understanding of in-house corporate compliance. Capable of balancing robust risk management with commercial business operations.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport, facilitate cross-cultural working sessions, and confidently present to/influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Strong organizational and project management skills. Ability to lead consultative cross-functional teams and drive innovative compliance solutions within a global matrixed environment.
• Resilient under pressure with the ability to consistently drive towards outcomes. Prior experience managing compliance professionals is preferred.
• Frequent travel between Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan is required.

Benefits

• Medical and Hospitalization Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Volunteer Leave
• Exam Leave

We offer an attractive remuneration package to the right candidate. Interested parties are invited to submit their full resume, including current and expected salary, along with availability.

For more information about Veolia Hong Kong & Macau, please visit www.veolia.hk

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Veolia Hong Kong & Macau is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidence and be used only for consideration of your application for relevant / similar posts within the Veolia Group. All personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed within 24 months from the date of application.