Assistant Vice President, Private Banking, AML KYC Greater Hong Kong Area

The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President for a Private Banking AML KYC role. The successful candidate will be responsible for KYC review and documentation, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and compliance of onboarding and periodic KYC documentation with AML/CFT standards. This includes maintaining high-quality case files, performing due diligence, and risk assessments through various screening processes. The role also involves engaging with stakeholders to support compliant onboarding, providing AML/KYC advisory, and escalating material issues as necessary. The candidate will be expected to monitor and manage the KYC process, identify and address any gaps, and support process improvements. Additionally, the role includes post-STR support, UAT, and participation in KYC/AML enhancement projects. Applicants for this role at the company should have a university degree, preferably in accounting, business, or law, with 5-8 years of relevant AML/KYC experience. A strong understanding of HKMA and SFC AML/CFT requirements is essential, and ACAMS certification is an advantage. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua, and possess strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. The role requires a mature, hands-on, and independent individual who can work effectively under pressure and is a confident team player, capable of engaging with cross-functional stakeholders and senior management.

Hiring Company

UOB