Strategic AML & KYC Operations Manager

China Construction Bank (Asia); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

China Construction Bank (Asia) is seeking a performance & risk oriented professional to support AML, CDD and KYC governance. You will analyze business performance, guide budgeting, and provide management commentary while driving system enhancements and policy updates.

The role requires strong AML/CDD knowledge, English proficiency and the ability to collaborate with Compliance, Internal Audit and other divisions in a fast-paced banking environment in Hong Kong.

Qualifications

• Degree holder with major in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines
• 3 - 5 years' banking experience in business management / CDD / AML / risk related functions will be an advantage
• Qualification in ECF is preferred
• Sound banking operation and compliance knowledge
• Details conscious with good analytical reasoning
• Independent, committed, proactive and responsible
• Good command of English; fluency in Putonghua is an advantage
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast changing, results driven environment
• Familiarize with Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel & PowerPoint is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Analyze business performance and participate in setting key performance indicator, financial planning, annual budgeting and prepare commentaries, evaluation and conduct performance forecast for management.
• Provide relevant advice and comments on AML issues, as well as Systems enhancement, revision to Policy and Procedures & Forms, T&C, FATCA, CRS implementation, OR issue, etc.
• Work closely with the AML Compliance, Internal Audit and other divisions to ensure a robust control and operating framework.
• Provide regular reports / presentation files and progress updates to management on a timely basis and work closely with relevant functions (both internal & external parties) to meet the required deadline.
• Act as a customer due diligence (CDD) expert by performing checking and validating daily CDD application according to both internal and external regulations and policies.
• Assist in developing action plans aimed at ensuring that KYC services and processes meet the expectations of the Business in the context of rapid development.
• Provide oversight to Management in the setup / development of KYC functions within the segment.
• Oversee action plan designed to adequately address legacy operation challenges including those related to audit findings.
• Handle ad hoc project as assigned by Management

Skills

Banking experience

CDD/AML knowledge

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

Putonghua advantage

Independent and proactive

Adaptability to change

Results-driven

Education

Degree in Business Administration / Accounting / Finance

ECF certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

China Construction Bank (Asia) is seeking a performance & risk oriented professional to support AML, CDD and KYC governance. You will analyze business performance, guide budgeting, and provide management commentary while driving system enhancements and policy updates.

The role requires strong AML/CDD knowledge, English proficiency and the ability to collaborate with Compliance, Internal Audit and other divisions in a fast-paced banking environment in Hong Kong.