Senior Compliance Officer , AML

Futu Holdings Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Futu Holdings Limited seeks an AML Compliance Lead to manage day-to-day AML operations and supervise a team of compliance officers and analysts. You will help develop policies, perform risk assessments, and review SARs to strengthen the program.

You will coordinate with regulators, support monitoring system enhancements, and mentor junior staff while integrating AML controls across products and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law, accountancy, finance, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of AML compliance and trade surveillance experience.
• Professional AML qualification such as ACAMS or AAMLP is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of AML laws, SFC codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Fluency in Chinese and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the AML compliance program.
• Oversee a team of AML compliance officers and analysts.
• Support the development and implementation of AML policies, procedures, and controls.
• Assist in conducting AML risk assessments with risk-based approaches.
• Review and approve AML investigations and SARs.
• Contribute to the enhancement of AML monitoring systems and processes.
• Assist in managing relationships with regulators and external auditors on AML matters.
• Support the development and delivery of AML training programs for staff.
• Assist in preparing management reports on AML activities.
• Participate in industry forums and stay updated on AML regulatory changes and best practices.
• Support the integration of AML compliance into new products, services, and technologies.
• Mentor and guide junior AML compliance staff.
• Collaborate with other compliance and business units to ensure a holistic approach to AML risk management.
• Assist in managing and responding to regulatory examinations related to AML.

Skills

AML compliance

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Bilingual Chinese/English

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Law/Accountancy/Finance or related disciplines

Job description

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the AML compliance program
• Oversee a team of AML compliance officers and analysts
• Support the development and implementation of AML policies, procedures, and controls
• Assist in conducting AML risk assessments with risk-based approaches
• Review and approve AML investigations and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
• Contribute to the enhancement of AML monitoring systems and processes
• Assist in managing relationships with regulators and external auditors on AML matters
• Support the development and delivery of AML training programs for staff
• Assist in preparing management reports on AML activities
• Participate in industry forums and stay updated on AML regulatory changes and best practices
• Support the integration of AML compliance into new products, services, and technologies
• Mentor and guide junior AML compliance staff
• Collaborate with other compliance and business units to ensure a holistic approach to AML risk management
• Assist in managing and responding to regulatory examinations related to AML

Requirements:

• Undergraduate Degree in Law, Accountancy, Finance, or related disciplines
• Minimum 3 years of AML compliance and trade surveillance experience, experience of FATCA and CRS is a plus
• Professional qualification on AML such as ACAMS, AAMLP is an advantage
• Good understanding of AML laws and regulations, SFC codes and regulatory requirements
• Self-motivated, independent, able to communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong communication and analytical skills as well as high degree of professional maturity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills both in Chinese and English, proficiency in Mandarin is a plus