Head of AML Risk & Sanctions Governance

OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited seeks a Head of AML Risk Management to lead a team focusing on AML/CFT/Sanctions controls, risk identification and mitigation with close collaboration across Business and FCC. The role requires deep compliance experience and strong stakeholder management in Hong Kong.

The incumbent will drive policy governance, sanctions compliance, and governance reporting, while engaging with regulators and law enforcement to stay ahead of AML trends.

Qualifications

• Degree holder with relevant disciplines.
• ACAMS or ICA qualifications are advantageous.
• At least 7 years in Compliance or Risk Management, ideally in Financial Crime.
• Professional AML/CFT certifications advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; data literacy and data-driven risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to provide trusted advice and collaborate with Business and FCC in the development of AML/CFT/Sanctions controls, processes and procedures to ensure risks are effectively identified and mitigated.
• Review and contribute to the maintenance of Group AML/CFT/Sanctions policies and procedures to ensure its effectiveness and relevancy to laws, regulations and best practices, with intense engagement with the relevant stakeholders.
• Provide consistent advice, interpretation and implementation of Group AML/CFT/Sanctions procedure.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and law enforcement agencies, to stay informed on emerging AML trends and developments.
• Conduct analysis, reporting and governance on AML/CFT/Sanctions to the Div Head, respective business forums and committees.

Skills

AML/CFT knowledge

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data literacy

Education

Relevant discipline degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited seeks a Head of AML Risk Management to lead a team focusing on AML/CFT/Sanctions controls, risk identification and mitigation with close collaboration across Business and FCC. The role requires deep compliance experience and strong stakeholder management in Hong Kong.

The incumbent will drive policy governance, sanctions compliance, and governance reporting, while engaging with regulators and law enforcement to stay ahead of AML trends.