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192 listings found in Hong Kong
Senior Compliance Officer, Prime Services APAC
BNP Paribas · Hong Kong
Posted today
Business Compliance Advisory VP (Treasury & Global Markets)
Larson Maddox · Hong Kong
Posted today
CDD / KYC / AML Specialist – Sizable Bank & Securities
Recruit Express Hong Kong · Hong Kong
Posted yesterday
Compliance officer, Transaction Monitoring- Global Private Bank in Hong Kong
Polymath Search · Hong Kong
Posted yesterday
Matter Pricing & Profitability Manager - Top Tier UK Law Firm
Ambition · Hong Kong
Posted yesterday
Compliance Advisory
Black Swan Group · Hong Kong
Posted 3 days ago
Document Production Specialist
Charlotte Frank · Hong Kong
Posted 3 days ago
Head of Financial Crime Compliance
Reap · Hong Kong
Posted 4 days ago
Director - IT Audit
Prudential plc · Hong Kong
Posted 4 days ago
Senior Associate, Whistleblowing & Investigations
AIA · Hong Kong
Posted 4 days ago
Senior Counsel, Regulatory and Licensing
Bitget · Hong Kong
Posted 4 days ago
Dispute Resolution Partner | FS focused | Int'l Law Firm | HKG
Star Anise Limited (Legal and Compliance Recruitment Consultancy) · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Derivatives Documentation Lawyers
Walker Lovell · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Legal Supervisor
Guangzhou College of Commerce (广州商学院) · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Compliance Director (Foreign Corporate Bank, 1M - 1.4M)
Robert Half · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Compliance Director (Foreign Corporate Bank, 1M - 1.4M)
Robert Half · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Legal Counsel – Regional Investment Bank
ES Corporate Functions · Hong Kong
Posted 7 days ago
Corporate Associate
Ashford Benjamin · Hong Kong
Posted 7 days ago
HK Compliance & Regulatory Oversight Lead
Jefferies · Hong Kong
Posted 8 days ago
External Affairs Officer (Political Relations)
The Hong Kong Jockey Club · Hong Kong
Posted 9 days ago
Senior Market Surveillance Specialist
Larson Maddox · Hong Kong
Posted 10 days ago
Senior Compliance Officer
Susquehanna International Group · Hong Kong
Posted 10 days ago
ECM Legal Counsel – Global Bank
Ashford Benjamin · Hong Kong
Posted 10 days ago
Assistant Manager, Regulatory Affairs (Infant Formula & Nutrition)
Nestlé · Hong Kong
Posted 11 days ago
Associate Director, Dispute Intelligence
Control Risks · Hong Kong
Posted 12 days ago
Binance Accelerator Program - Enterprise Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA)
Binance · Hong Kong
Posted 12 days ago
Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), Fintech/Payments
Hyphen Partners · Hong Kong
Posted 12 days ago
AFRC - Policy Manager/AD
confidential · Hong Kong
Posted 12 days ago
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Frequently asked questions
Can expats find English-speaking jobs in Hong Kong?
Yes — Hong Kong is one of Asia's most expat-friendly job markets, with hundreds of multinational companies actively recruiting English-speaking professionals. Finance, technology, legal services, and education are the largest sectors for English-speaking expat roles. Every listing on ExpatJobBoard has been verified to require English only, with no Cantonese or Mandarin needed.
Do I need to speak Cantonese to work in Hong Kong?
Not for most professional roles. Many multinational banks, law firms, tech companies, and consulting firms in Hong Kong operate entirely in English. ExpatJobBoard only lists roles where English is the primary working language, so no Cantonese or Mandarin is required for any position on this site.
What industries hire the most English speakers in Hong Kong?
Finance and banking, legal and compliance, technology, and professional services are the top industries for English-speaking professionals in Hong Kong. International banks, law firms, and tech companies maintain large English-speaking teams and regularly recruit overseas talent. Education and hospitality are also active sectors for expats who prefer English-only workplaces.
How do I get a work visa for Hong Kong as an expat?
Most skilled foreign professionals apply for the General Employment Policy (GEP) visa, which is employer-sponsored and requires a confirmed job offer. Applications are reviewed by the Hong Kong Immigration Department, with most decisions made within four weeks. Many employers listed on ExpatJobBoard sponsor the GEP visa for qualified international candidates.
What is the average expat salary in Hong Kong?
Salaries in Hong Kong are among the highest in Asia, with mid-level professionals in finance and tech typically earning between HKD 40,000 and HKD 100,000 per month. Senior roles at international banks and law firms can exceed HKD 150,000 per month. Hong Kong also has a flat income tax rate capped at 17%, making it highly attractive for high-earning expats.