AML/KYC Compliance Lead — Associate/Senior

Iq--e; Hong Kong Island; Hybrid; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health and dental cover

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

IQ-EQ is seeking an AML/KYC specialist to drive onboarding, ongoing monitoring, and regulatory reporting within our region. You will review complex KYC files, perform SFO/W verification, and conduct EDD across fund administration and corporate segments.

The role requires at least 4 years of AML/KYC experience, a strong foundation in relevant regulations (Cayman, Singapore, HK), and fluency in English; Chinese language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law, accounting, or related discipline with compliance, risk, or financial services foundation.
• At least 4 years AML/KYC experience in a regulated fund, asset management, or financial services.
• Solid understanding of Cayman, Singapore, and Hong Kong AML regulations; exposure to other jurisdictions is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and prioritization abilities, and effective interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English; Chinese reading/writing or speaking is advantageous.
• Professional AML certifications (ICA/ACAMS) are beneficial but not mandatory.
• Some knowledge of Fund Administration would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary point of contact for AML/KYC onboarding, ongoing monitoring, regulatory reporting, and due diligence.
• Conduct and review KYC assessments, source of funds verification, enhanced due diligence, and risk-based reviews for various entities.
• Oversee onboarding and review processes, maintain client records, and support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Provide guidance, training, and support on AML/KYC regulatory developments to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements and support transformation initiatives in risk and compliance.

Skills

AML/KYC knowledge

Attention to detail

English fluency

Interpersonal skills

Chinese language advantage

Education

Bachelor's degree in law or accounting

Job description

IQ-EQ is seeking an AML/KYC specialist to drive onboarding, ongoing monitoring, and regulatory reporting within our region. You will review complex KYC files, perform SFO/W verification, and conduct EDD across fund administration and corporate segments.

The role requires at least 4 years of AML/KYC experience, a strong foundation in relevant regulations (Cayman, Singapore, HK), and fluency in English; Chinese language skills are a plus.