AML Compliance, VP/AVP

ConnectedGroup

  • Hong Kong
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
We are assisting a major international bank in search of an expert in AML compliance. This person leads the development, oversight, and continuous enhancement of AML/CFT and sanctions compliance frameworks, providing expert advisory, monitoring, and training to ensure regulatory adherence and mitigate financial crime risks within the organization.Job Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Policy Oversight & Development: Assist compliance management in overseeing control measures per internal policies; review and enhance AML/CFT systems to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Advisory & Risk Assessment: Provide compliance advice on AML/CFT and sanctions matters, including high-risk transactions, alerts, transaction filtering (TF), and transaction monitoring (TM).
  • Policy Maintenance: Update AML/CFT/Sanctions policies in line with regional and head office guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Monitoring & Reporting: Detect suspicious transactions, prepare suspicious transaction reports (STRs), review internal disclosures, and determine reporting obligations.
  • Testing & Controls: Conduct testing and monitoring of AML/CFT/Sanctions systems; manage regulatory reporting and initiatives.
  • Training & Awareness: Promote AML/sanctions policies and deliver regular training to staff.
  • Sanctions Compliance: Monitor sanctions program implementation and manage remediation of exceptions.
  • Ad Hoc Projects: Support compliance management with special projects and initiatives.
Requirements:
  • Education & Certification: Degree holder with qualifications in law, audit, banking, or equivalent. Certified AML/Sanctions professional (e.g., CAMS, CAMLP, AAMLCP).
  • Experience: 6–10 years in AML/CFT/Sanctions compliance or financial crime investigation. AVP level may be considered for less experienced candidates.

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