Senior Legal Compliance Officer

1 month ago


Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China Chancery House Ltd Full time

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading player in the digital asset industry. My client is looking to hire an exceptional Senior Legal & Compliance Officer to oversee all their AML/CTF/regulatory initiatives. The role will report directly to the Head of Legal & Compliance and has significant scope for growth.

Responsibilities:

• This is a hands-on role, where the individual will contribute to the development, implementation and oversight of the compliance program of the Company, including reviewing compliance policies and guidelines, advising on related business processes and conducting training programs.

• Ensure the Company adheres to the laws, regulations, standards, and other rules set forth by the relevant government and regulatory bodies.

• Act as MLRO (Money laundering reporting officer) for the Company.

• Provide adequate oversight to ensure company-wide adherence to the compliance program and conduct regular AML/CTF and sanctions compliance assurance exercises.

• Provide accurate, consistent, and timely advice to the business on an ongoing basis, including; responding to ad-hoc queries, contributing to projects, and advising on new products and business proposals.

• Work closely with various stakeholders (i.e., Legal, Operations, and Technology teams) to identify enhancements in compliance process automation and lead the implementation of these platform changes.

• Mentor and continuously develop a team of compliance operations professionals, acting as a point of escalation when queries or concerns arise.

• Maintain awareness of industry trends on regulatory compliance, emerging threats, and appropriate steps to mitigate the risks.

• Nurture a good risk and compliance culture, participating in the Company's Compliance Committee to ensure consistent and cohesive application of best compliance practices throughout the group.

Requirements:

• BS or BA required; law degree strongly preferred.

• ACAMS certified (preferably).

• 7+ years of compliance experience in the areas of legal and regulations, payments, AML/CTF, or risk management. Strong candidates with 5+ years of legal experience may be considered.

• Financial institutions background (preferably in the fintech & digital assets industry) is strongly preferred, but exceptions can be made for people with an exceptional track record.

• Strong analytical skills with experience in problem-solving and being able to implement and deliver solutions, and mentoring others.

• Strong communication skills and ability to deliver clear presentations to interact with broad ranges of audiences or stakeholders with different backgrounds.

• Reliable when working independently, with good judgment for when to raise issues.

• Mandarin required



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