Compliance Specialist

Our client is a leading international professional services partnership with a strong presence across Europe and Asia Pacific. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking a Compliance Specialist to join their regional compliance and risk management team in Hong Kong.

This is an excellent opportunity for compliance professionals looking to work in a highly regarded global organization with exposure to regulatory, risk, and governance matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the firm's compliance and risk management framework.
• Conduct Client Due Diligence (CDD), Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions screening, and conflict checks.
• Review and assess new client onboarding requests and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance policies, regulatory requirements, and risk-related matters.
• Assist with regulatory reporting, compliance reviews, and monitoring activities.
• Investigate and escalate potential compliance issues, breaches, and risk concerns where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure documentation is retained in accordance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Support the development, enhancement, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness initiatives to employees when required.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess potential impacts on the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of compliance, AML, KYC, risk management, regulatory, or governance experience.
• Experience gained within a law firm, financial institution, professional services firm, consulting firm, or regulated environment is highly preferred.
• Sound understanding of AML, sanctions, KYC, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess risks effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluent in English. Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) will be an advantage.