COMPLIANCE OFFICER (PRIVATE BANKING)

• Boutique European Based Private Bank
• Excellent Exposure

Our client is a boutique private bank and due to continued growth in the HK office, the need has arisen to recruit high calibers to join their compliance team.

Responsibilities

• • Responsible for client account opening documentation to ensure compliance with AML/KYC regulations.
  • Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for new and existing clients.
  • Liaise with front office, legal, and operations teams to resolve onboarding issues.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and update internal procedures accordingly.
  • Assist in internal audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reporting.
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on account opening and compliance matters.
  • Oversee client onboarding and account opening processes, ensuring full compliance with AML/KYC regulations.
  • Conduct periodic reviews and enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients.
  • Monitor transactions for suspicious activity and escalate potential breaches.
  • Provide regulatory advice to front office and support teams on compliance matters.
  • Develop and maintain internal compliance policies and procedures.
  • Liaise with regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders during inspections and audits.
  • Stay updated on regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations.

Experience

• • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Law or related field.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of compliance experience in private banking or financial services.
  • Sound knowledge of AML/KYC regulations and account opening procedures.
  • Familiarity with FATCA, CRS, and other international regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Fluency in English; additional languages (e.g., Mandarin, Cantonese) are a plus.

Interested applicants should send a detailed resume to Kelly Kam by email to kkam@ric.com.hk quoting reference eFC3631 .

(Applicants not contacted within 4 weeks should consider their application unsuccessful.)