senior associate - kyc / cdd & aml / sanctions.

about the company.
Our client is a well-established international banking institution in Hong Kong offering comprehensive corporate and private banking solutions. Known for its strong regional presence and commitment to operational excellence, the organisation fosters a professional and collaborative work environment that supports continuous career development.

about the team.You will join a dynamic Governance and Client Due Diligence team composed of dedicated compliance and operations professionals. The team works closely with front-office business desks, legal teams, and senior management to ensure robust customer due diligence practices while maintaining a smooth and efficient onboarding experience for clients.

about the job.

• Perform end-to-end customer due diligence (KYC) checks for new client onboarding, regular periodic reviews, and trigger reviews.
• Review and analyse customer account documentation for Corporate and Private Banking clients in compliance with local HKMA regulations and global bank policies.
• Review KYC sanctions and AML screening results to identify potential hits, escalating confirmed cases to relevant parties and the AML Committee for investigation.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to front-office business desks and counterparties on KYC/CDD requirements.
• Formulate, update, and review internal policies, procedures, and guidelines regarding AML/CTF and client due diligence.
• Support system enhancement projects and ad-hoc operational tasks assigned by management to continuously improve KYC process efficiency.

skills & experiences required.

• Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in customer account documentation, KYC, or AML compliance within Corporate Banking or Private Banking.
• Well-versed in Hong Kong Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulatory requirements, HKMA guidelines, and local compliance standards.
• Professional qualifications such as ECF on Compliance/AML, ACAMS, or equivalent AML/CFT certifications are highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and interact effectively with business desks.
• Fluent written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) are required.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Chinese word processing.