AVP, FCC Advisory

OCBC; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank is seeking an experienced AML/CFT Specialist in Hong Kong to support the Team Head as a subject matter expert. You will review procedures, lead enhanced due diligence for various customers, and participate in new product approvals with AML/CFT risk assessments.

Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence to manage name screening alerts and ensure effective regulatory reporting. Strong leadership and English communication are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• A degree holder in Law, Finance, Accounting or relevant disciplines.
• At least 6 years of experience in financial crime compliance with leadership experience.
• In-depth knowledge of AML, CFT, sanctions regimes, fraud prevention, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record of developing and managing comprehensive financial crime compliance programs.
• Strong leadership with ability to influence across multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as an SME on AML/CFT topics; provide advisory support to stakeholders.
• Review AML/CFT procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Support Enhanced Due Diligence reviews for individuals, corporate and SME customers.
• Participate in New Product Approval, assessing AML/CFT risks.
• Collaborate with Centre of Excellence on Name Screening and related processes.
• Work with Business Units to collect data for regulatory and management reporting.
• Assist in AML/CFT internal/external examinations and audits.
• Contribute to AML/CFT training program development and delivery.
• Report AML/CFT issues to management and escalate where needed.
• Support ad-hoc AML/CFT tasks and projects.

Skills

AML knowledge

CFT knowledge

Leadership

Regulatory frameworks

Due diligence

Name screening

Training delivery

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Law

Degree in Finance/Accounting

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Purpose Of The Role

The role supports the Team Head as the Subject Matter Expert on Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), participating in Customer Due Diligence‑related procedures, Enhanced Customer Due Diligence, new product approvals, and managing the Centre of Excellence team for batch name screening, as well as relevant training and projects.

What You Will Be Doing

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert on AML‑related topics, providing advisory support to stakeholders as needed.
• Assist in reviewing AML/CFT related procedures to ensure they meet regulatory and Group requirements.
• Support the Enhanced Customer Due Diligence review, by conducting assessments and documentation on individuals, corporate and SME customers.
• Participate in the New Product Approval process, assessing potential AML/CFT risks associated with new offerings.
• Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence team to ensure effective management of Name Screening alerts and related processes.
• Work closely with Business Units to facilitate the collection of data for regulatory and management reporting.
• Assist in managing AML/CFT related internal / external examinations / audits.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of AML/CFT training programs.
• Report AML/CFT related issues to management.
• Support AML/CFT related ad‑hoc tasks and projects.

Who We Are Looking For

• A degree holder in Law, Finance, Accounting or relevant disciplines.
• At least 6 years of experience in financial crime compliance, with experience in a leadership role within a banking or financial services environment.
• In-depth knowledge of AML, CFT, sanctions regimes, fraud prevention, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record of developing and managing comprehensive financial crime compliance programs.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• ECF in AML/CFT is preferred.

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry‑leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.