At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
About the Department
Our Compliance team ensures Franklin Templeton operates within regulatory standards and mitigates risk. We partner with business units to maintain integrity and protect client
trust. Joining us means working in a collaborative, high-impact environment where you gain exposure to global compliance practices and develop expertise in financial regulations.
Core Responsibilities
Support FTIA and other group companies’ compliance, MLRO, and governance activities.
Guide business unit management on local compliance risk issues, policies, and procedures.
Act as lead compliance support for local business units in training.
Collaborate with Head of Compliance, Greater China to identify significant compliance risks and independently review/update policies, procedures, and practices.
Analyze new regulatory developments and articulate business impact.
Participate in compliance monitoring and testing, including marketing material reviews, fund marketing, due diligence questionnaires, RFPs, and client onboarding.
Lead special projects.
Complete risk assessments and develop compliance monitoring programs.
Prepare reports and presentations with guidance from senior Global Compliance management.
Work with Head of Compliance, Greater China and first- and second-line teams (Risk, Governance, Distribution, Legal) to recommend steps to mitigate regulatory risks.
Coordinate regulatory exams and responses to inquiries/findings with senior Global Compliance guidance.
Serve as liaison between regulators and Franklin Templeton.
Handle ad hoc responsibilities.
Experience, Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business or legal studies
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a compliance role at a regulated financial service or law firm advising financial services clients; strong preference for asset management experience
Preference for prior experience of interaction/ engagement with the regulator
Knowledge of Digital Assets is an advantage
Technical & Soft Skills
Strong investment acumen and understanding of regulations in jurisdictions where FTIA operates (e.g., Hong Kong and China)
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; able to influence across varying sophistication levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; capable of delivering viable solutions under time pressure
Excellent organizational skills, self-starter, highly motivated, quick learner; able to work independently and in teams
Seniority depends on relevant experience and skills
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Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.