AML/CFT Investigator & Compliance Lead

uSMART Group; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

uSMART Group seeks an AML/CFT compliance professional to provide advisory support to business units in Hong Kong. The role conducts investigations triggered by system alerts and internal/external referrals, ensures timely STR filings, and supports enhancement of AML/CFT controls.

You will monitor regulatory developments and respond to inquiries, working closely with the Head of Compliance to handle SFC inspections and inquiries. Fluency in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years AML/CFT compliance experience.
• Hands-on experience with transaction monitoring for virtual assets.
• Solid knowledge of AMLO, SFO, SFC guidelines, FATF standards.
• Professional qualifications such as CAMS/AAMLP/CAMLP preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work independently.
• Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin) and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide AML/CFT compliance advisory to business units.
• Conduct investigations triggered by system alerts and referrals.
• Ensure STRs are filed to JFIU promptly.
• Assist in development and enhancement of AML/CFT systems and controls.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and SFC inspections.
• Track regulatory developments and assess impact on the firm.
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks from Head of Compliance.

Skills

AML/CFT compliance

Transaction monitoring

Blockchain analytics tools

Regulatory reporting (STRs)

Chinese & English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Blockchain analytics tools

Job description

uSMART Group seeks an AML/CFT compliance professional to provide advisory support to business units in Hong Kong. The role conducts investigations triggered by system alerts and internal/external referrals, ensures timely STR filings, and supports enhancement of AML/CFT controls.

You will monitor regulatory developments and respond to inquiries, working closely with the Head of Compliance to handle SFC inspections and inquiries. Fluency in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English is essential.