Assistant Vice President, AML Systems

Chong Hing Bank Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-day workweek

Annual leave

Paternity leave

Birthday leave

Volunteer leave

Medical plan

Dental plan

Family medical plan

Insurance plan

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Chong Hing Bank Limited is seeking a core technical/functional contributor for AML and RCO systems development, optimization, and integration in Hong Kong. You will gather requirements with BUs, translate them into specs, and drive design, coding, testing, and documentation aligned with project schedules.

The role requires SDLC experience, compliance/risk system exposure, and strong skills in SAS, PL/SQL, Java/J2EE, Oracle DB, MS SQL, UNIX/Linux, and scripting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 6+ years of IT experience in system development and application support.
• Hands-on SDLC experience and implementing compliance or risk systems.
• Experience working with external vendors for deployment and support.
• Strong proficiency in SAS, PL/SQL, Java/J2EE, Oracle DB, MS SQL, UNIX/Linux, and scripting.
• Understanding regulatory workflows in AML, name screening, fraud risk, or RegTech.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Act as a core technical/functional contributor in AML and RCO systems development, optimization, and integration.
• Collaborate with BUs to gather requirements and translate into specs.
• Execute design, coding, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation per schedules.
• Support Team Head in monitoring progress and coordinating with vendors.
• Follow IT governance and SDLC for compliance and quality.
• Provide production support, incident management, and maintenance for AML/RCO apps.
• Assist in coaching junior team members.

Skills

SAS

PL/SQL

Java/J2EE

Oracle DB

MS SQL

UNIX/Linux

Scripting

AML monitoring

Education

Bachelor degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Database

MS SQL

UNIX/Linux

SAS

Job description

Act as a core technical/functional contributor in AML and RCO systems development, optimization, and system integration.

Collaborate closely with Business Units (BUs) to gather user requirements, conduct impact analysis, and translate them into functional and technical specifications.

Execute system design, coding, testing (UAT/SIT), troubleshooting, and documentation according to project schedules.

Support the Team Head in monitoring project progress, managing vendor deliverables, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Follow IT governance guidelines, security policies, and SDLC procedures to ensure software compliance and quality standard.

Provide day-to-day production support, incident management, and system maintenance for AML/RCO applications.

Assist in coaching junior team members or analysts on technical skills and domain knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree holder in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 6 years or above solid IT experience in system development and application support.
• Hands-on experience in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and implementing compliance or risk systems.
• Practical experience working with external vendors for system deployment and product support.
• Strong technical proficiency in core languages and databases used in the system, such as: SAS, PL/SQL, Java/J2EE, Oracle Database, MS SQL, UNIX/Linux, and scripting.
• Good understanding of regulatory compliance workflows, specifically around AML transaction monitoring, name screening, fraud risk management, or RegTech.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills for production incidents.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with compliance users, technical teams, and vendors.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese as well as fluent in Putonghua.

Candidate with more experience will be considered for the position of Vice President.

Benefits / Other Information

• 5-day work
• Annual leave, Paternity leave, Birthday Leave, Volunteer leave etc.
• Medical Plan and Dental Plan
• Family medical plan
• Insurance plan
• Discretionary Bonus

The Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme is a regulatory framework established by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, which requires banks to check the conduct history of prospective employees for positions defined under the scheme. Therefore, MRC will be a part of our selection process if you apply for the in-scope positions. For details, please refer to the “Frequently Asked Questions for In‑Scope Individuals” (https://www.hkab.org.hk/en/page/5/mandatory-reference-checking-scheme-phase-2) published by HKAB.

Chong Hing Bank Limited was established in Hong Kong in 1948. The Bank and its subsidiaries, including Chong Hing Securities and Chong Hing Insurance, provide comprehensive commercial banking and financial services to individuals and businesses. Our services include HKD and foreign currency deposits, credit facilities, foreign exchange, wealth management, investments, securities trading, insurance, and mandatory provident funds. With over 30 branches in Hong Kong, one in Macau, and 17 in Mainland China, Chong Hing Bank continues to expand its operations. Join our dynamic team and build a successful career with us.

Chong Hing Bank Limited was established in Hong Kong in 1948. The Bank and its subsidiaries, including Chong Hing Securities and Chong Hing Insurance, provide comprehensive commercial banking and financial services to individuals and businesses. Our services include HKD and foreign currency deposits, credit facilities, foreign exchange, wealth management, investments, securities trading, insurance, and mandatory provident funds. With over 30 branches in Hong Kong, one in Macau, and 17 in Mainland China, Chong Hing Bank continues to expand its operations. Join our dynamic team and build a successful career with us.

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