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The Financial Consultant Contract is essential for businesses operating in Hong Kong's financial services sector that engage external financial expertise. This document is typically used when engaging either individual financial consultants or consulting firms to provide specialized financial advisory services, analysis, or strategic guidance. The contract ensures compliance with Hong Kong's regulatory requirements, including the Securities and Futures Ordinance and relevant financial regulations. It covers crucial elements such as service scope, compensation structures, regulatory compliance obligations, confidentiality requirements, and professional standards. This agreement is particularly important given Hong Kong's status as a major financial hub and its strict regulatory environment, which requires careful attention to licensing, compliance, and professional conduct standards.

1. Parties: Identification of the company and the financial consultant, including registration/license numbers

2. Background: Context of the engagement and brief description of the company's need for financial consulting services

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including regulatory and technical financial terms

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of financial consulting services to be provided, including any limitations

5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances under which it can be terminated

6. Compensation and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedule, and any performance-based compensation

7. Regulatory Compliance: Obligations to comply with relevant financial regulations and maintain necessary licenses

8. Confidentiality: Protection of sensitive financial and client information

9. Data Protection: Compliance with PDPO and data handling requirements

10. Independent Contractor Status: Clarification of the consultant's status as an independent contractor

11. Intellectual Property: Ownership of reports, analyses, and other materials produced

12. Indemnification: Mutual indemnification provisions for potential claims or losses

13. Insurance: Required professional indemnity and other insurance coverage

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Hong Kong law and jurisdiction clause