Compliance Lead - AML, KYC & Regulatory Updates

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

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Job summary

Hong Leong Bank in Hong Kong seeks an experienced Assistant Manager, Compliance to safeguard operations and reputation. You will lead AML/CFT controls, perform KYC/EDD for onboarding and reviews, and prepare risk assessments for management review.

You will monitor regulatory developments, advise on policy updates, and collaborate with multiple business units on CO BP, PDPO, FATCA/CRS. AECF qualification is preferred and strong English/Chinese skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience in Compliance, AML/CFT, or Audit within banking or financial institutions.
• Solid knowledge of HKMA/SFC regulations, AML/CFT frameworks, Code of Banking Practice, FATCA/CRS, and PDPO.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
• Enhanced Competency Framework (ECF) qualification for Banking Practitioners preferred.

Responsibilities

• AML & Due Diligence Oversight: Perform transaction monitoring and investigate suspicious transactions related to AML/CFT and sanctions.
• Conduct Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for customer onboarding, periodic reviews, and trigger events.
• Prepare risk assessment and due diligence reports for internal management review.
• Monitor regulatory developments, disseminate circulars, and advise on updates to policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal business units on compliance areas, including CoBP, Deposit Protection Scheme, FATCA/CRS, and PDPO.
• Develop compliance training, coordinate review projects and surveys, and assist with ad hoc tasks.

Skills

AML/CFT knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline

Job description

Hong Leong Bank in Hong Kong seeks an experienced Assistant Manager, Compliance to safeguard operations and reputation. You will lead AML/CFT controls, perform KYC/EDD for onboarding and reviews, and prepare risk assessments for management review.

You will monitor regulatory developments, advise on policy updates, and collaborate with multiple business units on CO BP, PDPO, FATCA/CRS. AECF qualification is preferred and strong English/Chinese skills are required.