AML & Sanctions Compliance Manager (TM Focus)

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingnation is seeking an experienced AML/CFT/Sanctions professional to join the Compliance team in Hong Kong. The role centers on Transaction Monitoring and Sanctions, ensuring adherence to HKMA/SFC rules and internal standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in financial crime compliance, hands-on TM or sanctions screening experience, and professional certifications such as CAMS. Degree in Law/Accounting/Finance, bilingual in English and Chinese, and strong MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of AML/CFT/Sanctions or financial crime compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of HKMA/SFC regulatory requirements, Sanctions regimes, and AML control frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with TM or Sanctions screening systems/tools.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CAMS, AAMLCP, CAMLP) is highly preferred.
• Degree holder in Law, Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines.
• Fluent in English and Chinese; strong PC and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Review TM alerts, Sanctions screening, and high-risk/suspicious transactions.
• Maintain AML/CFT/Sanctions policies and procedures per regulations.
• Conduct internal disclosures and report reviews for authority obligations.
• Test, monitor, and gap-analyze AML/CFT/Sanctions controls and systems.
• Support regulatory reporting and remediation for Sanctions programs.
• Deliver AML/CFT/Sanctions training to business stakeholders.

Skills

AML/CFT knowledge

Compliance experience

HKMA/SFC regulatory knowledge

Sanctions screening

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Transaction Monitoring systems

Sanctions screening tools

Job description

Leadingnation is seeking an experienced AML/CFT/Sanctions professional to join the Compliance team in Hong Kong. The role centers on Transaction Monitoring and Sanctions, ensuring adherence to HKMA/SFC rules and internal standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in financial crime compliance, hands-on TM or sanctions screening experience, and professional certifications such as CAMS. Degree in Law/Accounting/Finance, bilingual in English and Chinese, and strong MS Office skills are required.