AML Advisory Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated AML Advisory Manager to join our client's compliance team based in Hong Kong Island. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements and ensuring adherence to local and international laws and regulations. This role is critical in supporting robust AML and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) compliance frameworks and driving effective governance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advisory support on AML/CTF compliance matters, including high-risk customer due diligence and transaction monitoring issues.
• Interpret and communicate regulatory developments relating to AML regulations, and ensure the business units are well-informed of updates.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise on AML policies, standards, and procedures in line with regulatory expectations and global best practices.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and manage responses to inspections, audits, and other supervisory requirements.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to review new products, initiatives, and business strategies from an AML risk perspective.
• Deliver AML training and awareness programmes for staff across various departments.
• Support internal investigations and suspicious transaction reporting as necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in AML advisory or compliance roles within the financial services industry, preferably in Hong Kong.
• Strong knowledge of AML laws and regulations applicable to financial institutions in Hong Kong and international best practices (e.g., FATF, HKMA, SFC).
• Professional certification such as CAMS, AAMLP or ICA is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements in a practical and business-focused manner.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with an investigative mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is a plus.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic environment and contribute to shaping a strong culture of compliance. This role offers broad exposure to the compliance function in a complex, fast-paced setting.