Business AML Specialist

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

Job summary

Banking Circle is hiring a Business AML Specialist in Hong Kong to own end-to-end Client Due Diligence, onboarding, and ongoing AML controls. You will collaborate with local teams while ensuring strong regulatory compliance and proactive stakeholder communication.

You should bring AML/CDD experience, regulatory awareness across jurisdictions, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Fluency in English with Mandarin/Cantonese preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in AML and related compliance matters.
• Hands-on experience in a CDD capacity with client interaction.
• Strong understanding of NBFI, FI and fund structures.
• Excellent communication with internal stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Client Due Diligence for Hong Kong.
• Own the onboarding process from initial intro to handover.
• Provide clear communication to stakeholders throughout due diligence.
• Maintain client records for new and existing clients.
• Review, strengthen systems and controls; support AML matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments and stay aligned with best practices.
• Conduct account activity reviews ensuring client flows meet expectations.

Skills

CDD

KYC

AML

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Are you ready to take on a pivotal first-line role at the intersection of compliance and business in one of Asia’s most dynamic financial hubs? Are you a top performer in Client Due Diligence with a sharp analytical mindset and an exceptional eye for detail? Then we have the perfect challenge for you.

Banking Circle is a fully licensed, technology enabled bank processing over €1 trillion in payments every year - and growing. We exist to power the global economy’s most ambitious payments businesses with infrastructure that is fast, modern, and engineered for scale. Today, more than 800 people across 11 countries work together as one global team. We move fast, we think boldly, and we build with intent - because our clients depend on us to keep pace with the world’s most dynamic payments flows. We are expanding globally, scaling our capabilities, and deepening our impact, so if you want to shape the future of financial infrastructure - this is the place.

Your team welcomes you with open arms

As our new Business AML Specialist, part of our team in Hong-Kong, you’ll experience an open and knowledge driven culture, where everyone can thrive, connect with colleagues, learn and grow. Here you will be empowered to make an impact every day.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of and actively lead the end-to-end Client Due Diligence process for Hong Kong in collaboration with the local team. This includes managing client onboarding, conducting AML on-site reviews, and completing periodic refresh activities for existing clients. You will also support broader Business AML initiatives as required. The Business AML team operates as a first line of defense, with primary responsibility for client due diligence (CDD), sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring. You will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance while maintaining a strong partnership with the business. You will report directly to our Business AML Lead.

Exciting work is waiting for you

• Conduct high standard onsite reviews on existing clients
• Demonstrate ownership of the onboarding process from the initial introduction from sales through to handover
• Provide clear, proactive communication to all key stakeholders, internal and client, throughout any due diligence process
• Manage and maintain client records for both new and existing clients
• Actively review, maintain, and strengthen the systems and controls in place
• Support the first line functions in AML related matters
• Continuously monitor regulatory development and keep internal activities up to date with best industry practices
• Conduct account activity review's, ensuring the flows processed by clients is in line with expectations

Things we’ll look for on your resume

To be the right candidate you hold a relevant degree or recognised qualification; an AML certification would be considered an advantage. You bring proven experience within Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and related compliance matters, including hands‑on experience in a (CDD) capacity and direct interaction with clients. You possess a strong understanding of NBFI, FI and fund structures, with desirable exposure to the Payments and/or FinTech sector, including CDD processes and correspondent banking.

You demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and can interpret complex KYC structures accurately and efficiently. You have a genuine interest in AML legislation and regulatory developments across the EU, Australia and other relevant jurisdictions is essential, and you are confident in managing stakeholders and can present clear ideas and practical solutions when addressing challenges.

As a person you are organised and articulate, you can communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast paced environment. You are proactive, collaborative and capable of working cross-functionally as a true team player, while also maintaining the ability to work independently and take on additional responsibilities when required.

Banking Circle is an international company, our internal workforce consists of over 50nationalities, and we collaborate with clients and partners worldwide. Therefore, you’ll need to be fluent in English and proficiency in Mandarin and Cantonese.

Go ahead and take the first step

This role is offered under a consulting agreement.

If you have questions, please reach out to Kheira NOUGAL, Global Recruitment Partner from People Team on [e-mail].

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local laws, regulations and ordinances. To learn more about Banking Circle, visit is at www.bankingcircle.com