Senior AML Compliance Lead - Institutional Banking COO

DBS Bank Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank Ltd. in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced AML Compliance professional to lead governance and ensure IBG staff comply with internal AML risk policies, external regulations and best practices. The role is based at One Island East and involves coordinating with Compliance and Risk teams.

You will act as AML Champion, support frontline inquiries, update KYC systems, and drive improvements in AML controls while staying abreast of evolving regulations in Hong Kong and globally.

Qualifications

• University degree in Law, Banking, Finance or business related.
• 8+ years in banking, AML/CDD/KYC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory policies and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ACAMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as AML Champion, answering inquiries from IBG colleagues or assisting frontline on AML/CFT related inquiries.
• Provide country feedback on revisions to local and Group AML/CFT CDD standards and AML/CFT systems.
• Update AML procedures and guidelines within IBG, enhance KYC System governance & controls matters.
• Assist in formulating internal workflow and recommendations for AML/CFT policy and risk control improvements.
• Review, analyze and communicate AML/CFT management information and report AML/CFT risk management results.
• Liaise with FCSS and Compliance on KYC processes and AML monitoring.
• Monitor remediation actions for AML/CFT deficiencies and risk controls.
• Evaluate and communicate new AML laws and regulations locally and internationally.
• Measure and monitor key risk indicators to improve AML control standards and report trends.
• Prepare and facilitate RCSA and ensure rectifications and follow-up actions.

Skills

AML/CFT

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

KYC/CDD

Stakeholder management

Education

Law degree

Finance degree

Tools

KYC systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

DBS Bank Ltd. in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced AML Compliance professional to lead governance and ensure IBG staff comply with internal AML risk policies, external regulations and best practices. The role is based at One Island East and involves coordinating with Compliance and Risk teams.

You will act as AML Champion, support frontline inquiries, update KYC systems, and drive improvements in AML controls while staying abreast of evolving regulations in Hong Kong and globally.