Business Development Manager

Company Description Global Tenet Compliance is a trusted compliance partner specializing in SFC licensing and regulatory advisory in Hong Kong. The firm supports asset managers, fund managers, brokers, family offices, and cross-border financial institutions in navigating Hong Kong’s evolving regulatory landscape with practical, commercially focused advice. Core services include full-cycle SFC licence applications, ongoing compliance advisory and reporting, compliance framework design, AML/KYC programme enhancement, regulatory remediation, and cross-border Hong Kong–Mainland compliance support. Founded by experienced former regulators and senior compliance professionals, Global Tenet Compliance combines deep regulatory insight with private banking and asset management experience. The team focuses on efficient implementation of regulatory requirements so clients can manage risk effectively and grow their businesses with confidence.

Role Description The Business Development Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Hong Kong SAR, with a blend of in-office collaboration and work-from-home flexibility. This role is responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities across target segments such as asset managers, fund managers, brokers, family offices, and cross-border financial institutions. Day-to-day activities include building and maintaining client relationships, conducting market and competitor analysis, preparing proposals, presentations, and pitches, and coordinating with internal compliance and advisory teams to shape tailored service offerings. The Business Development Manager will manage the sales pipeline, lead negotiations, support marketing initiatives, and contribute to strategic growth planning. The role also involves tracking performance metrics, gathering client feedback, and helping refine service offerings to align with regulatory developments and client needs.

Qualifications

• Strong business development, sales, and relationship management skills, with a track record of generating and closing professional services or financial industry engagements.
• Knowledge of Hong Kong financial markets, SFC regulatory environment, and familiarity with asset management, brokerage, private banking, or compliance advisory services.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, including the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts in clear, commercially relevant terms.
• Analytical and research skills to conduct market assessments, identify target segments, and develop data-driven growth strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with compliance and advisory teams, manage multiple projects, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in business development or client-facing roles within compliance consulting, asset management, brokerage, law firms, or other financial services is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in English; Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) and experience with Hong Kong–Mainland cross-border business are beneficial.