AML & RegTech Transformation Lead

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development stipend

Wellness & wellbeing benefits

Open plan office

Stocked pantry & drinks

Team social events

Job summary

WeLab is seeking an experienced AML advisory leader to drive regulatory and financial crime technology transformation for a leading digital bank. You will blend regulatory advisory, AML system enhancements, project management and RegTech delivery to strengthen the bank's controls.

The role requires deep knowledge of AML/CFT, sanctions, and KYC, with a track record in system implementation and cross‑functional collaboration with technology and operations.

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Finance, Law, Compliance, Information Systems or related disciplines.
• 6+ years (Manager) / 10+ years (Senior Manager) experience in AML, FCC, Risk or Compliance Transformation.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT, sanctions, customer due diligence and financial crime risk management.
• Experience in AML system implementation, enhancement or tuning projects.
• Familiarity with AML and Anti-Fraud platforms is advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management, analytical and project management skills.
• ACAMS, ICA, CAMLP or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide AML/CFT, sanctions, fraud and CDD advisory support to business and operational units.
• Lead AML system enhancement and transformation projects, potentially for new product launches, including: Fraud Monitoring, Transaction Monitoring, Name and Payment Screening, Customer Risk Assessment and KYC solutions.
• Translate regulatory requirements into business and system requirements.
• Manage project delivery, UAT, regression testing and implementation activities.
• Conduct threshold tuning, effectiveness reviews and optimization of AML controls.
• Partner with Technology, Data Analytics, Operations and external vendors to deliver RegTech initiatives.
• Support regulatory examinations, audits and management reporting.
• Drive automation, AI and data analytics initiatives to improve compliance effectiveness and efficiency.

Skills

AML advisory

RegTech delivery

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

ACAMS ICA CAMLP

Education

Finance/Law/Compliance/IS degree

Tools

AML systems

Anti-Fraud platforms

Job description

WeLab is seeking an experienced AML advisory leader to drive regulatory and financial crime technology transformation for a leading digital bank. You will blend regulatory advisory, AML system enhancements, project management and RegTech delivery to strengthen the bank's controls.

The role requires deep knowledge of AML/CFT, sanctions, and KYC, with a track record in system implementation and cross‑functional collaboration with technology and operations.