Senior AML/MLRO & Compliance Lead

Hex Trust; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries & bonuses

Generous PTO

Medical & retirement plans

Professional learning & development

Global office network

Job summary

Hex Trust seeks a Compliance Officer and MLRO in Hong Kong to manage daily compliance activities and maintain the company’s AML program. You will report to the Head of Legal and Compliance and guide business stakeholders on regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities include AML/CFT reviews, policy implementation, governance enhancement, and cross‑functional collaboration to strengthen AML/KYC systems and regulatory filings. Fluency in English and Cantonese is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or Law.
• Compliance Professional Designation (ICA, CAMS) is a plus.
• 8–10 years of relevant compliance experience in financial institutions or regulated entities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritise without close supervision.
• Self-motivated, meticulous, analytical and well organized.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/CFT review, analysis, and risk monitoring on accounts and transaction flows.
• Advise stakeholders on regulatory obligations and expectations.
• Develop governance around AML with policies and procedures; process improvements.
• Create compliance procedures and controls; provide commercial compliance advice.
• Implement and review compliance policies, procedures, and practices.
• Collaborate with technical teams to enhance AML/KYC systems.
• Maintain regulatory registers and filings with regulators as required.
• Liaise with regulators and law enforcement regarding STR filings.

Skills

Strong communication

English and Cantonese

Analytical mindset

Critical thinking

Self-motivated

Ability to multi-task

Understanding of VA KYT tools

Knowledge of compliance in financials

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or Law

Tools

Google products

AI tools (Claude)

VA KYT tools (Chainalysis, Elliptics)

Job description

Hex Trust seeks a Compliance Officer and MLRO in Hong Kong to manage daily compliance activities and maintain the company’s AML program. You will report to the Head of Legal and Compliance and guide business stakeholders on regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities include AML/CFT reviews, policy implementation, governance enhancement, and cross‑functional collaboration to strengthen AML/KYC systems and regulatory filings. Fluency in English and Cantonese is required.