MLRO, Director of Compliance (Fast growing fintech start-up)

Job responsibilities:

• Report to Chief Legal and Compliance Officer
• Develop and implement compliance policies aligned with Hong Kong and Asia Pacific regulations.
• Identify compliance and internal control issues in the area of AML/CFT.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify compliance challenges.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on operations.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to authorities as required.
• Provide training and support on compliance issues to the team.
• Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory bodies in Hong Kong.

Requirements:

• Degree holder in Business, Finance, Law or other related disciplines.
• Minimum 8 years of legal and compliance experience in financial services, fintech, crypto or startup companies.
• Professional compliance & legal qualification would be preferred.
• Certification such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) is highly desirable
• In-depth knowledge of Hong Kong regulatory and compliance requirements, knowledge of APAC regulatory developments advantageous.
• Good team player with strong leadership as well as analytical and problem solving skills
• Good time management and able to work independently and under pressure
• Proficiency in written and spoken English, Cantonese, and Mandarin

Please contact Ariel Chan at ariel.chan@ambition.com.hk or click APPLY NOW quoting reference number #278830 Director of Compliance. For more information, please visit http://www.ambition.com.hk

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