Compliance Manager (Overseas)

DFX Labs; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

DFX Labs is seeking an experienced Compliance expert to elevate our global compliance program. The role leads regulatory engagements, embeds a strong compliance culture, and shapes strategy across jurisdictions, including Bermuda/A Bermuda regulator liaison.

You will manage licensing, audits, and ongoing regulatory filings while implementing robust AML/CFT controls and risk assessments. Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin is required for cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Senior compliance experience in licensed financial institution, fintech, or crypto
• Deep knowledge of AML/CFT rules and Bermuda/BMA regulations a plus
• Experience liaising with regulators and handling inspections
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a global setting
• Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin is a must

Responsibilities

• Act as primary regulatory liaison with Bermuda regulator BMA and ensure compliance with AML/CFT requirements
• Maintain and update compliance policies; oversee licensing, inspections, filings and audits
• Develop and implement AML/CFT frameworks (KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, surveillance)
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments, identify deficiencies, investigate breaches and remediate
• Prepare regulatory reports and audit documentation; adapt programs to regulatory changes
• Monitor regulatory updates and perform gap analyses
• Support various projects and initiatives as assigned

Skills

Regulatory knowledge and leadership

Communication and problem-solving

Multilingual: English, Cantonese, and

Education

ACAMS

AAMLP

ICA Diploma in AML/Compliance

Tools

Blockchain analytics tools

KYC/CDD frameworks

AML/CTF monitoring tools

Job description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Compliance expert to excel our compliance function and ensure adherence to overseas regulations. He or she will play a critical role in shaping our compliance strategy, managing regulatory relationships, and embedding a strong compliance culture across the organization globally.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary regulatory liaison with the Bermuda regulator BMA and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory compliance and AML/CFT requirements.
• Maintain and update compliance policies, oversee licensing applications/maintenance, regulatory inspections, regulatory filings and audits.
• Develop and implement AML/CFT frameworks such as KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, market surveillance, KYT, travel rule, and STR/SAR reporting.
• Conduct regulatory compliance and AML risk assessments aligned with FATF standards, identify deficiencies, investigate compliance breaches and carry out remedies.
• Prepare regulatory reports, maintain audit documentation and adapt programs to regulatory changes.
• Monitor regulatory updates and conduct gap analysis
• Support various projects and initiatives assigned

Requirements

• Relevant compliance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior compliance role within a licensed financial institution, fintech, or crypto firm in Hong Kong and overseas.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory landscape, including licensing requirements, AML/CFT rules, and virtual asset regulations. Experience and knowledge in Bermuda/BMA regulations is a plus.
• Experience working with regulators and handling regulatory inspections.
• Strong understanding of blockchain analytics, KYC/CDD, and transaction monitoring tools.
• Professional certifications such as ACAMS, AAMLP, or ICA Diploma in AML/Compliance are highly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin is a must.