Senior Manager: AML/CFT & Risk Compliance Leader

Leadership Solutions Limited; American Samoa; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadership Solutions Limited is seeking a seasoned Risk and Compliance Manager to lead a dedicated team in the financial services sector. The role requires strong leadership, deep AML/CFT knowledge, and a track record of delivering robust regulatory programs.

You will act as MLRO, oversee sanctions, onboarding, and second-line compliance, and report to senior management while coordinating with regulators and external auditors. Proficiency in English and Mandarin is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Compliance, AML or risk in financial services or related regulated industry.
• Proven management and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulatory frameworks; AML/CFT obligations.
• Experience managing regulatory relationships, inspections and audits.
• ACAMS certification is strictly required.
• Good command of English and Mandarin Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Risk and Compliance team and maintain risk management framework, setting the compliance strategy and maintaining effective policies, procedures, controls, and governance arrangements in line with applicable regulatory requirements and Group standard.
• Act as the designated MLRO and oversee the Company’s AML, CFT, and sanction programs, including escalation and reporting of suspicious activity and regulatory matters.
• Provide proactive and risk-based compliance advice to business stakeholders on new opportunities, onboarding, higher-risk activities, third-party arrangements, and ongoing operations.
• Oversee second-line compliance and risk activities, including monitoring, risk assessments, control testing, issue escalation, and remediation.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact, updating policies, controls, and operating practices.
• Manage regulatory and assurance relationships with regulators, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and present management information and compliance reports for senior management and governance.
• Develop and deliver compliance training covering AML/CFT, sanctions, and other topics.
• Lead the regulatory workgroup and support business projects and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

AML expertise

Communication

Problem solving

English & Mandarin

Education

University degree or above in Risk Management, Business Administration, Accountancy, Law or related disciplines

Job description

Leadership Solutions Limited is seeking a seasoned Risk and Compliance Manager to lead a dedicated team in the financial services sector. The role requires strong leadership, deep AML/CFT knowledge, and a track record of delivering robust regulatory programs.

You will act as MLRO, oversee sanctions, onboarding, and second-line compliance, and report to senior management while coordinating with regulators and external auditors. Proficiency in English and Mandarin is essential.