Regulatory Affairs Specialist, China

Do you thrive in regulatory environments and have a passion for building trusted relationships with government and internal stakeholders? Are you looking for a role where your bilingual skills and attention to detail can make a meaningful difference in a global, mission-driven organisation?

Join CFA Institute as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist (formal job title is Associate Manager, Regulatory Reporting, China) in our Beijing office. This is a newly created hybrid role (3 days in office, 2 days remote) that blends regulatory reporting, data coordination, and government engagement support—all critical to CFA Institute’s growing presence and compliance obligations in China.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee end-to-end preparation and submission of annual reports, financial statements, audit documents, and other filings

• Serve as the lead administrator, managing documentation, submission appointments, and approvals

• Draft formal communications and explanation letters to regulators using appropriate government language

• Ensure accurate, timely regulatory data reporting for the CFA Program, collaborating with regulatory bodies, internal teams, and our Chinese partner

• Coordinate with IT and Education teams to deliver compliant data submissions across four annual exam cycles

• Support government engagement efforts including meeting preparation, logistics, briefing materials, and follow-ups

• Act as liaison for government queries and educate internal stakeholders on regulatory filing requirements

• Project manage the annual regulatory body review process and drive operational excellence in reporting standards

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in regulatory reporting, government affairs, or compliance roles—ideally in an international or regulatory-facing organisation

• Fluent in both Mandarin and English, with proven ability to draft and translate professional documentation and correspondence in both languages

• Experience liaising with government entities and managing sensitive or confidential communications with professionalism and discretion

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to build trusted relationships and collaborate across teams and time zones

• A team player with emotional intelligence, a proactive attitude, and the ability to navigate ambiguity and evolving processes

• High attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills

• Technically proficient with Microsoft Office and confident in working with data tools, portals, or submission platforms

• Prior project coordination or cross-functional reporting experience

Why Join Us

• Be part of a mission-led global organisation dedicated to raising the standards of the investment profession.

• Make a visible impact in a high-stakes regulatory environment while growing your career in government relations and compliance.

• Work in a supportive, inclusive, and internationally collaborative team environment.

At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position: Expected salary range: CNY 320,000 - 380,000 per year.

All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, a 5% employer contribution to a pension plan, and a comprehensive medical benefits package.

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About CFA Institute

CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like:

• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family

• Generous leave and time off

• Competitive retirement plans

• Flexible work options

• Wellness, education, and support programs

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application.

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