Senior AML/CTF Compliance Lead - Onboarding & Ops

FWD Insurance; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

FWD Group in Hong Kong is seeking an AML/CTF specialist to support the Customer Onboarding Team under Life Operations. You will screen pre-underwriting documents for AML/CTF compliance and conduct enhanced due diligence on complex cases.

Responsibilities include handling high‑risk applications, coordinating with Risk and Compliance, and contributing to onboarding system enhancements and process improvements across Life Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Compliance, Risk Management or related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in life insurance sector with knowledge on life operations.
• Experience in AML/CTF requirements including EDD on complex structures such as multi-layer entities or trusts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; fluent in Chinese & English.

Responsibilities

• Screen pre-underwriting documents for AML/CTF compliance.
• Perform enhanced due diligence on complex policyholder structures.
• Handle high-risk customer cases during policyholder services and claims.
• Liaise with Risk and Compliance to seek endorsement for updated procedures and onboarding controls.

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Due diligence

Stakeholder liaison

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

FWD Group in Hong Kong is seeking an AML/CTF specialist to support the Customer Onboarding Team under Life Operations. You will screen pre-underwriting documents for AML/CTF compliance and conduct enhanced due diligence on complex cases.

Responsibilities include handling high‑risk applications, coordinating with Risk and Compliance, and contributing to onboarding system enhancements and process improvements across Life Operations.