Job Description
Country Head - Wealth & Asset Management
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A rapidly growing, international financial services group is seeking an ambitious and strategic Head of Business to lead the Australian presence based in Sydney. In this pivotal leadership role, you will drive regional expansion by leveraging global dual capabilities in Wealth Management and Asset Management. You will be responsible for building local operations, establishing key strategic partnerships, and delivering cross-border wealth solutions to High-Net-Worth (HNW/UHNW) individuals, family offices, and institutional clients across Australia.
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Key responsibilities
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Formulate and implement comprehensive mid-to-long-term regional expansion strategies tailored to the Australian market
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Research and capture wealth management opportunities among Australian investors and the APAC/Chinese diaspora
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Structure tailored client advisory frameworks to deliver sophisticated global asset allocation and wealth solutions for HNW/UHNW segments
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Cultivate strategic alliances with local private banks, external asset managers (EAMs), independent financial advisers (IFAs), and family offices
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Spearhead product selection, onboarding, and local market adaptation in alignment with top-tier global fund managers and alternative investment vehicles
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Expand institutional and HNW client networks across major commercial hubs in Australia
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Build, mentor, and manage the Sydney team from the ground up, driving a performance-led and client-first workplace culture
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Align local operations with global headquarters to encourage seamless cross-border resource sharing and cross-regional synergies
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Maintain rigorous adherence to local financial regulatory standards (including ASIC requirements, AFSL compliance frameworks, and AML/CTF obligations)
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Ensure all business activities, distribution practices, and advisory processes align strictly with internal risk management policies and regulatory guidelines
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About you
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10+ years of senior leadership experience within Private Banking, Wealth Management, Asset Management, or related financial sectors in Australia
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Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline
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Deep understanding of Australian wealth management practices, cross-border asset management, and the local HNW/UHNW client ecosystem
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Proven track record of building and scaling business units from early stage to mature operations
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Solid understanding of Australian financial services licensing (AFSL/ASIC governance) and local compliance mandates
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📌 Country Head - Wealth & Asset Management (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales