Compliance Specialist

The Adecco Group; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

The Adecco Group is seeking a Compliance Specialist to join its regional compliance and risk management team in Hong Kong. This role offers exposure to regulatory, risk, and governance matters across multiple jurisdictions within a global services network.

You will support the implementation of the compliance framework, conduct CDD/KYC/AML checks, and assist with regulatory reporting. Strong English skills and a background in law, finance, or risk management are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated 3–5 years of compliance, AML, KYC, risk management, regulatory, or governance experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the firm's compliance and risk management framework.
• Conduct Client Due Diligence (CDD), Know Your Customer (KYC), AML, sanctions screening, and conflict checks.
• Review and assess new client onboarding requests and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance policies, regulatory requirements, and risk-related matters.
• Assist with regulatory reporting, compliance reviews, and monitoring activities.
• Investigate and escalate potential compliance issues, breaches, and risk concerns where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure documentation is retained in accordance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Support the development, enhancement, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness initiatives to employees when required.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess potential impacts on the business.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (Law, Business Admin, Finance, Accounting, Risk Mgmt)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our client is a leading international professional services partnership with a strong presence across Europe and Asia Pacific. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking a Compliance Specialist to join their regional compliance and risk management team in Hong Kong.

This is an excellent opportunity for compliance professionals looking to work in a highly regarded global organization with exposure to regulatory, risk, and governance matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the firm's compliance and risk management framework.
• Conduct Client Due Diligence (CDD), Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions screening, and conflict checks.
• Review and assess new client onboarding requests and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance policies, regulatory requirements, and risk-related matters.
• Assist with regulatory reporting, compliance reviews, and monitoring activities.
• Investigate and escalate potential compliance issues, breaches, and risk concerns where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure documentation is retained in accordance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Support the development, enhancement, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness initiatives to employees when required.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess potential impacts on the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of compliance, AML, KYC, risk management, regulatory, or governance experience.
• Experience gained within a law firm, financial institution, professional services firm, consulting firm, or regulated environment is highly preferred.
• Sound understanding of AML, sanctions, KYC, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess risks effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluent in English. Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) will be an advantage.