Head Of Compliance, Japan

Legg Mason

Tokyo, Japan
On-site
Develop and implement compliance program
Manage regulatory relationships
Advise on legislation and regulatory changes
Franklin Templeton is seeking a Head of Compliance for its Tokyo office to lead the compliance and risk functions in Japan. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in investment advisory and regulatory compliance, as well as strong leadership and communication skills

Job Summary

  • This role will manage the compliance and risk function for our business in Japan, including managing a team of compliance professionals.
  • The purpose of Global Compliance is to assist Franklin’s boards of directors, senior management, and business unit leaders to effectively manage the regulatory compliance risks to Franklin, its subsidiaries and respective functional business units.
  • Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Franklin Templeton is seeking a Head of Compliance for its Tokyo office to lead the compliance and risk functions in Japan. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in investment advisory and regulatory compliance, as well as strong leadership and communication skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and implement compliance program
  • Manage regulatory relationships
  • Advise on legislation and regulatory changes
  • Review marketing materials
  • Deliver compliance training

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive understanding of new business areas
  • Adopt innovative tools and technologies
  • Focus on employee well-being

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in investment advisory, mutual fund, superannuation fund, or broker-dealer sectors
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in legal, compliance, internal audit, risk management, portfolio accounting, or trading/portfolio management operations
  • Thorough knowledge of Japanese regulatory and legal regimes
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Japanese and English
  • Proven team management and leadership experience

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