AML Compliance - Assistant Manager

We are looking for a qualified and enthusiastic candidate for the following position:

AML Compliance - Assistant Manager

The incumbent reports directly to MLRO.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Keep abreast of Regulatory Updates such as the HKMA and FFIEC anti-money laundering rules and regulations as well as OFAC/UNATMO regulations.
• Develop and continuous review of the AML/CFT systems for our Bank Branch to ensure they remain up-to-date and meet current statutory and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that our bank branch’s AML/CTF and OFAC/UNATMO Compliance Manuals are followed the regulators’ standard with timely update.
• Utilize AML Tracking software systems and other reports to detect ML/TF suspicious activities and investigate the relevant cases to ensure the bank comply with related regulations.
• Perform customer account activities monitoring on an ongoing basis.
• Perform online banking fraud monitoring and case review.
• Prepare Case Investigative Write-ups with active involvement in the identification, investigation.
• Ensure that all duties are performed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
• Evaluate, monitor and assure the quality of existing procedures and develop new procedures, systems and controls to ensure compliance with current local AM/CFTL requirements and the firms’ minimum standards;
• Monitor and risk assess new and upcoming laws, regulations, policies, procedures and products affecting country as and when they arise;
• Other duties as directed by the MLRO or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree with audit or legal background preferred.
• CAMS designation or HKIB AAMLP.
• At least 4 years of relevant AML experience in banking environment. Working knowledge of Bank Operations including International and Foreign Exchange and Trade Finance will be an advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of HKMA/AML/CTF and UNATMO/OFAC guidelines preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team environment.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable AML regulatory requirements and practices
• Fluent in Cantonese and English; other languages an asset.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Mature and work independently.
• Demonstrate excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, self-motivation and possess an enquiring mind.
• Good Microsoft Office skill.