Regional Sanctions Compliance Manager – AML recruitment
- Reporting to the Regional Sanctions Head based in HK
- Part of AML Compliance Team
About our Client
Our client is a Global Investment Bank.
Job Description
- Support and assist Regional Sanctions Head in the implementation of the AML Sanctions Policy, and the various Global Sanctions Directives in the relevant APac business.
- Work closely with the Regional Sector AML Sanctions Head and the Regional AML Team in effectively managing AML/Sanction risks in APAC.
- Ensure the Bank's adherence to applicable Sanctions laws and regulations in APAC with the development and implementation of a business-specific Regional AML Sanctions Program.
- Form part of the Regional AML Team which is responsible for managing the business-specific Regional AML Sanctions Program, as well as to assist the respective businesses within the Countries develop effective Sanctions programs, including programs to provide Sanctions training to appropriate personnel within the business.
- Collaborate closely with Technology and Operations (globally/regional) on the implementation and management of effective policies and processes for the performance of sanctions controls.
- Participate meaningfully in global/regional Sanctions initiatives to enhance and/or improve controls in the relevant business and/or across all businesses, as applicable.
- Provide support and guidance to Country AMLCOs on the Regional Sector and Country Sector Sanctions Programs, as applicable.
- Provide advice and guidance to the Country Sector AMLCOs on possible Sanctions risks, and on the prevention, detection and reporting of suspicious activity as required by the Bank's AML polices and applicable local law.
- Coordinate and consolidate timely, complete and accurate MIS/Dashboard reporting of Regional sector-specific AML issues, and any other reports as may be required.
- Keep abreast of new trends and developments in the field of Sanctions, as well as of legal/regulatory changes.
The Successful Applicant
- Minimum of 5 years experience in the financial services with minimum of 3 years in Compliance and/or Sanctions/ AML Compliance and/or legal, audit, risk management roles for VP level role; at least 7-10 years experience in Compliance for SVP level
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Good planning and organization skills
- Good analytical, process management and implementation skills
- Ability to interface and partner with Compliance/AML/Control/Technology/Operations and Business across countries
- Ability to multi-task and execute tasks with a sense of urgency and with the ultimate goal of delivering tasks on time
- Independent and able to work with minimum supervision
- Proactive execution of priorities and goals
What's on Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- International working environment
To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Rouella Landicho quoting reference number H1315600 on +852 2848 9505.
May 11, 2012
• Tags: AML recruitment, Compliance, Legal careers in the Hong Kong SAR, Regional Sanctions Compliance Manager • Posted in: Financial