Fund Services AML Associate – Transfer Agency

CLSA; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 580,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

CLSA is seeking a diligent Compliance & AML Professional in Hong Kong to manage investor capital activity, KYC/AML reviews and regulatory surveillance. You will lead the design and maintenance of AML policies, coordinate with business and compliance teams, and oversee due diligence checks and sanctions screening.

This role requires strong attention to detail and robust communication in Mandarin and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Law or similar.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of working experience preferably in the compliance industry.
• Compliance accreditations (e.g., CAMS, ICA, CFE) preferred.
• World-Check experience usage is a must.
• Strong understanding of local and international AML regulations.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills in Mandarin and English.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and presentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Process investor’s capital activity including subscription, redemption, switching, transfer, etc.
• Review supporting documents including KYC/AML checks and sanction list screening.
• Respond to client and investor queries and provide client servicing.
• Lead in establishing and maintaining AML policies, procedures, systems and controls.
• Bridge between business and compliance teams on AML escalation and manage AML/CFT risks.
• Identify, assess and implement new AML regulatory developments.
• Day-to-day operations for compliance with policies and controls.
• Establish and maintain AML training programme for the business team.
• Perform regular sample checks on customer due diligence checks.
• Keep pace with AML/CFT developments and indicators of money laundering.
• Coordinate payment settlements in line with timelines and regulations.
• Track and monitor token rights and entitlements for proper recordkeeping.
• Coordinate account opening procedures and document review.
• Provide support to other operations teams as assigned.
• Undertake ad-hoc projects as assigned.

Skills

AML compliance

KYC/AML checks

Regulatory understanding

Attention to detail

English language

Mandarin language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Law

Master's degree preferred

Tools

World-Check experience

MS Office

Job description

CLSA is seeking a diligent Compliance & AML Professional in Hong Kong to manage investor capital activity, KYC/AML reviews and regulatory surveillance. You will lead the design and maintenance of AML policies, coordinate with business and compliance teams, and oversee due diligence checks and sanctions screening.

This role requires strong attention to detail and robust communication in Mandarin and English.