Eric Ng
Seasoned Anti-Bribery And Corruption Expert
Summary
Experienced compliance and anti-corruption professional with over 15 years of expertise across first, second, and third lines of defense in the financial industry, law enforcement, and digital transformation. Currently serving as Chief Corruption Prevention Officer at ICAC, specializing in anti-corruption risk management, policy development, and digitalization initiatives, including AI-powered solutions. Proven ability to implement robust compliance frameworks, enhance operational efficiency, and lead cross-functional teams. Strong knowledge of global anti-bribery laws (UKBA, FCPA, POBO) and expertise in leveraging technology (Python, SQL, Tableau) for compliance monitoring and bribery risk detection.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chief Corruption Prevention Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
09.2023 - Current
- Led the development and implementation of anti-corruption frameworks, policies, and strategies across public and private sectors.
- Led a team of officers to review and audit practices of government departments, public bodies, and financial service providers, identifying bribery risks and recommending policy enhancements.
- Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives, including AI-powered compliance tools to enhance bribery detection and monitoring.
- Conducted group-wide risk assessments to identify emerging corruption risks and designed tailored prevention plans.
- Delivered training and change management briefings to ensure smooth adoption of compliance policies and tools for both public and private sectors.
- Collaborated with IT teams and contractors to develop and integrate compliance solutions and ensure project success.
Senior International Cooperation Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Built strategic relationships with global anti-corruption agencies to foster cooperation in anti-cirruption initiatives with high level of gravitas and diplomacy.
- Represented ICAC in international forums/workshops, benchmarking anti-corruption frameworks and sharing best practices.
Senior Corruption Prevention Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
08.2016 - 12.2022
- Reviewed and audited practices of government departments, public bodies, and financial service providers, identifying bribery risks and recommending policy enhancements.
- Designed and implemented compliance frameworks to ensure alignment with global anti-bribery laws and regulations.
- Provided advisory services to strengthen organizational integrity and mitigate corruption risks.
Investigating Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of corruption and related crimes, gathering evidence and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks focusing in financial service industry.
- Prepared detailed reports and recommendations, ensuring effective prosecution of offenders.
- Acted as an independent evaluator, assessing the effectiveness of risk controls and compliance measures.
Relationship Associate
Dealogic Asia Pacific Limited
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Managed frontline relationships with investment banking clients.
- Identified and recommended digital solutions and worked with internal teams to develop the products including client relationship management systems and reporting functions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering tailored platform solutions aligned with regulatory requirements.
Senior Stockbroker
Scottrade, Inc
12.2009 - 09.2013
- Place orders for clients and resolved client inquiries related to trading platform operations and account management, yet acting as the first line of defense to ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations, addressing risks in trading activities.
- Trained junior stockbrokers on operational procedures as well as ethical standards and compliance policies, strengthening the organization’s risk management culture.
Personal Banker
Bank of America
06.2009 - 11.2009
- Operated as a first-line representative, identifying client financial needs and offering compliant financial solutions.
- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory standards while delivering personalized banking and retirement products.
Customer Relationship Representative
United Commercial Bank
03.2007 - 05.2009
- Served as a frontline representative, cross-selling financial products while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Surpassed sales targets while maintaining high standards of integrity and customer satisfaction.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
California State University, East Bay
09.2008 - 09.2010
Master of Arts - Chinese History Studies
The University of Hong Kong
09.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computing Studies - Information Systems
Hong Kong Baptist University
09.2003 - 12.2006
Executive Certificate - Big Data and Business Analytics
HKU SPACE
10.2023 - 11.2023
Applied Data Science Bootcamp - Online
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
10.2020 - 01.2021
Skills
Anti-Corruption & Compliance
Global anti-bribery laws
Compliance frameworks
Risk management
Effective controls
ABC risk management strategies
Frontline compliance responsibilities
Client management
Trading
Financial product sales
Risk identification
Risk mitigation
Policy development
Risk assessment
Compliance oversight
undefinedCertification
HKSI Paper 1
Tailored Highlights
- Comprehensive Defense Experience: Demonstrated expertise across first, second, and third lines of defense, ensuring a holistic approach to risk management.
- Global Anti-Corruption Knowledge: In-depth understanding of bribery laws and proven experience in managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Technology-Driven Compliance: Leveraged advanced analytics and digital tools to enhance bribery detection and compliance oversight.
- Leadership in Governance: Successfully led cross-functional teams, developed policies, and ensured compliance with international anti-corruption standards.
Key Skills And Expertise
Strong understanding of global anti-bribery laws (UKBA, FCPA, POBO) and compliance frameworks., Extensive experience across first, second, and third lines of defense, ensuring robust risk management and effective controls., Proven ability to design, implement, and manage ABC risk management strategies., Expertise in frontline compliance responsibilities, including client management, trading, and financial product sales., Proactive identification and mitigation of risks at the operational level., Skilled in policy development, risk assessment, and compliance oversight., Delivered training, change management, and stakeholder engagement to reinforce compliance frameworks., Experienced in conducting investigations and assurance activities to evaluate the effectiveness of risk controls., Strong analytical and report-writing skills for independent evaluation of compliance breaches., Proficient in Python, SQL, Tableau, and other data analytics tools for compliance monitoring and risk detection., Experienced in integrating technology solutions to enhance anti-corruption frameworks.
Timeline
Executive Certificate - Big Data and Business Analytics
HKU SPACE
10.2023 - 11.2023
Chief Corruption Prevention Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
09.2023 - Current
Senior International Cooperation Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
01.2022 - 09.2023
Applied Data Science Bootcamp - Online
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
10.2020 - 01.2021
Master of Arts - Chinese History Studies
The University of Hong Kong
09.2018 - 09.2020
Senior Corruption Prevention Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
08.2016 - 12.2022
Investigating Officer
Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
10.2014 - 08.2016
Relationship Associate
Dealogic Asia Pacific Limited
10.2013 - 02.2014
Senior Stockbroker
Scottrade, Inc
12.2009 - 09.2013
Personal Banker
Bank of America
06.2009 - 11.2009
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
California State University, East Bay
09.2008 - 09.2010
Customer Relationship Representative
United Commercial Bank
03.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Computing Studies - Information Systems
Hong Kong Baptist University
09.2003 - 12.2006
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