Who We Are:
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality.

Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S.

We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI.

Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

Seek Excellence.
Be Selective To Be Effective.
Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
Disagree Transparently.
Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

Galaxy Digital’s Hong Kong team form the cornerstone of our APAC operations. As the world of digital assets continues to grow, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve including taking a proactive posture towards the developing legal and compliance landscape. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Compliance team member to join our growing Legal & Compliance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with Compliance matters for our regional business lines and play a crucial role in ensuring our firm's compliance with global laws, regulations & standards and industry best practices. This is an in-person role and reports to Managing Director, General Counsel, APAC.

What You’ll Do:

Interpret, maintain, and update internal policies and procedures in line with SFC regulations, guidelines and codes. Maintain and enhance local Compliance Manual and compliance workflows, with support from Group compliance team.
Provide compliance guidance and advise on regulatory requirements relating to sales and trading of virtual assets (VA), VA fund distribution, account opening, KYC, suitability, client onboarding and related matters.
Support General Counsel in liaison with regulators and managing licensing matters.
Assist on local compliance & financial crime compliance, governance and other matters, with support from Group compliance team.
Provide ongoing compliance training and guidance to employees to ensure a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
Be a standard-bearer for a positive compliance culture and work with the business to achieve best-in-class compliance outcomes.

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s degree in Law (highly preferred), Finance, Accounting, or related disciplines.
At least 7–10 years of relevant compliance experience in an SFC-licensed brokerage, investment firm, or other financial institution.
Strong understanding of Hong Kong securities regulations, SFC Codes & Guidelines,
Strong interest or experience with virtual asset or crypto-related compliance frameworks.
Demonstrable experience handling SFC compliance advisory work.
Demonstrable experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance policies and procedures in a complex, fast-paced environment including through periods of regulatory change.
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, with drive to grow career in the virtual assets space.
Ability to work independently and interact confidently with senior management and regulators.
High level of integrity and commitment to professional ethics.
Spoken and written languages: Fluent in English, Proficient in Chinese would be given priority.

Bonus Points:

Experience with AML/KYC requirements and client onboarding for regulated entities.
Experience in SFC licensing matters and SFC inspections.

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
Competitive paid time off
Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents
Free virtual coaching sessions through Headspace
Free daily snacks in-office
Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues

*Benefits may vary depending on location.

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.

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Vice President, Compliance (APAC)

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