Senior Associate - KYC / CDD & AML / Sanctions

Randstad Hong Kong Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Hong Kong Limited is seeking a Senior Associate to lead end-to-end KYC/CDD and AML screening for Corporate and Private Banking clients in Hong Kong. The role emphasizes regulatory alignment with HKMA standards and collaboration with front-office desks and legal teams.

The position requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, bilingual English and Chinese skills, and strong knowledge of AML/CFT guidelines, with opportunities for professional growth in a leading international banking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in customer account documentation, KYC, or AML compliance within Corporate Banking or Private Banking.
• Well-versed in Hong Kong Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulatory requirements, HKMA guidelines, and local compliance standards.
• Professional qualifications such as ECF on Compliance/AML, ACAMS, or equivalent AML/CFT certifications are highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and interact effectively with business desks.
• Fluent written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) are required.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Chinese word processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end customer due diligence (KYC) checks for new client onboarding, regular periodic reviews, and trigger reviews.
• Review and analyse customer account documentation for Corporate and Private Banking clients in compliance with local HKMA regulations and global bank policies.
• Review KYC sanctions and AML screening results to identify potential hits, escalating confirmed cases to relevant parties and the AML Committee for investigation.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to front-office business desks and counterparties on KYC/CDD requirements.
• Formulate, update, and review internal policies, procedures, and guidelines regarding AML/CTF and client due diligence.
• Support system enhancement projects and ad-hoc operational tasks assigned by management to continuously improve KYC process efficiency.

Skills

KYC

AML compliance

HKMA regulations

English

Cantonese

Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree or professional qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Associate - KYC / CDD & AML / Sanctions

Are you a KYC specialist looking to advance your career within a leading banking environment in Hong Kong? We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Associate to manage end-to-end client onboarding, periodic reviews, and AML/CFT compliance. Ensure regulatory alignment with HKMA standards while supporting key business stakeholders. Our client is a well-established international banking institution in Hong Kong offering comprehensive corporate and private banking solutions. Known for its strong regional presence and commitment to operational excellence, the organisation fosters a professional and collaborative work environment that supports continuous career development.

about the team.
You will join a dynamic Governance and Client Due Diligence team composed of dedicated compliance and operations professionals. The team works closely with front-office business desks, legal teams, and senior management to ensure robust customer due diligence practices while maintaining a smooth and efficient onboarding experience for clients.

about the job.

• Perform end-to-end customer due diligence (KYC) checks for new client onboarding, regular periodic reviews, and trigger reviews.

• Review and analyse customer account documentation for Corporate and Private Banking clients in compliance with local HKMA regulations and global bank policies.

• Review KYC sanctions and AML screening results to identify potential hits, escalating confirmed cases to relevant parties and the AML Committee for investigation.

• Provide expert advice and guidance to front-office business desks and counterparties on KYC/CDD requirements.

• Formulate, update, and review internal policies, procedures, and guidelines regarding AML/CTF and client due diligence.

• Support system enhancement projects and ad-hoc operational tasks assigned by management to continuously improve KYC process efficiency.

skills & experiences required.

• Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in customer account documentation, KYC, or AML compliance within Corporate Banking or Private Banking.

• Well-versed in Hong Kong Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulatory requirements, HKMA guidelines, and local compliance standards.

• Professional qualifications such as ECF on Compliance/AML, ACAMS, or equivalent AML/CFT certifications are highly preferred.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and interact effectively with business desks.

• Fluent written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) are required.

• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Chinese word processing.