Job Description

An innovative and agile multinational fintech startup is searching for a Compliance Officer to drive compliance initiatives, ensure regulatory adherence and function as the designated CO/AMLO. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate a strong sense of initiative and excel in taking on key strategic roles.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CO and MLRO to act as the primary point of contact for AML/CFT and regulatory matters to C&ED of Hong Kong.
• Enhance and refine AML/CFT policies, procedures, and frameworks to align with the stringent requirements of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance, Cap. 615 (AMLO), ensuring full compliance with both statutory obligations and the rigorous standards set by payment partners.
• Review and investigate AML transaction alerts, approving as necessary.
• Responsible for identification, preparing and reporting of suspicious transaction reports and regulatory requests.
• Support license renewal applications or ad-hoc trigger events to the C&ED and handle AML/CFT and regulatory audits.
• Work closely with relevant functions to address communications and RFIs from clients and payment partners in relation to compliance matters.
• Analyze and assess regulatory developments with internal stakeholders and provide accurate and timely advice to business over AML/CTF and regulatory requirements;.
• Coordinate and manage regulatory/banks interactions, including inspections and investigations.
• Report to and assist CRO/Head of Compliance with AML and regulatory matters.

Job Requirements

• Minimally 3-5 years of experience in regulatory compliance and AML/Transaction Monitoring. 
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Finance, Banking, Audit, Business or related discipline. CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or ICA (International Compliance Association) qualifications are preferred.
• Experience with SMEs/Banks/MSOs is preferred and experience in a regulated financial or payment industry as a CO/MLRO interfacing with regulator is an added advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of AML regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Good written and verbal English, Mandarin and Cantonese communication skills.