Legal & Compliance, Research Compliance Associate

Job level: Entry level

Start date: July/September 2026

About this role

The Research Compliance team is a dynamic and innovative function which enables the expansion of our fastest-growing business segments globally. As the Research Compliance Associate you will report into the Research Compliance Manager based in Hong Kong and work alongside the Research teams to enable a safe end-to-end delivery of our Research products. You will also collaborate with the Legal and Client Protection teams, as well as a number of other stakeholders across the business. Your responsibilities include: 

• Review expert profiles and project requirements for the delivery of expert knowledge to our clients by the Research team
• Format, proofread, and screen written output (transcripts) specifically to ensure that all information complies with AlphaSights’ legal and compliance policies and applicable regulatory requirements
• Work with the Research team and other stakeholders across the business to resolve any compliance flags  
• Provide legal and compliance training to the Research team and other stakeholders
• Draft and maintain compliance policies for our Research services

We will provide you with autonomy and independence in your day-to-day work and give you the opportunity to be a self-starter. This is an ideal role for someone who’s keen to gain compliance, legal, and operations experience while having direct access to the commercial and organizational workings of a dynamic, innovative global business. We are looking for a person who wants to join our high-performance team, have real impact and be part of AlphaSights’ growth story. Here are some qualities that many of our successful applicants possess: 

• Fantastic proofreading experience and acute attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage time, remain highly organized and swiftly execute within a fast-paced environment
• Persistence, drive, and a goal-focused mindset as you own projects from initiation to completion

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, with strong academic credentials in any field and noteworthy extracurricular leadership
• 0-1 year of work experience as a Compliance Associate, Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or similar roles. Recent graduates with high potential are also welcomed
• Track record of strong academic performance
• Extracurricular achievement throughout school and university
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in a relevant foreign language is a plus

Career Progression

• Years 0–2: Our Research Compliance Associates are responsible for reviewing research to ensure it aligns with our legal and compliance framework and upholds company standards. They are dedicated to maintaining core compliance principles and ensuring all research meets AlphaSights’ and clients’ expectations.
• Years 2+: As a Senior Research Compliance Associate, you’ll take ownership of key compliance initiatives while leading and mentoring team members to drive excellence.
• Years 3+: Research Compliance Managers oversee the compliance programme of the region, build and manage high performing teams independently, and drive innovations in our processes, policies and products.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive fixed annual base salary, plus opportunity to earn performance based bonus
• 15 days annual leave, six months full maternity leave, and six weeks full paternity leave
• Private medical & dental insurance, and annual health check-up
• Tax-advantaged housing allowance up to 50% of monthly base salary
• In office Monday to Thursday (option to WFH each Friday and four extra days/quarter)
• State-of-the-art office with amenities in the heart of Hong Kong

AlphaSights is an equal-opportunity employer.