Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (“MRC”) for Hong Kong
The Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme is a framework to facilitate Authorized Institutions (“AIs”) to bilaterally obtain reference information during their recruitment process for certain positions, such that misconduct information in an individual’s previous employments can be provided to AIs to inform their employment decisions.
For information related to MRC Scheme, “Frequently Asked Questions for In Scope Individuals” is published by HKAB/Industry Guidelines (https://www.hkab.org.hk/en/home) or further information will be available upon request, if it is applicable to the position(s) applied.
Country of Location:
China Hong KongJob Responsibilities:
• Undertake investigations into any suspicious transactions or complaints reported or made by both internal and external customers in accordance with AML requirements
• Report suspicious cases to respective bodies including file STR and report JFIU in timely manner
• Liaise with regulators and law enforcement agency in relation to AML case enquiries
• Prepare regular compliance reports on AML related activities and undertake investigation on any suspicious transaction identified/reported
• Assist to prepare operation manual for the department and update AML transaction monitoring procedure on-going basis
• Assist Team Head to advise management on compliance issues and potential impact of regulatory trends and developments in FCC
• Provide coaching & training to junior investigators of the Team
• Assist Team Lead/ MLRO to conduct case quality assurance review for junior investigators
• Participate in system design, implementation and testing (UAT) as SME and UAT testers
• Assist to prepare management information (MI) for senior management
• Take up other assignments from time to time directed by the Team Head or the management of FCC
• Review the current AML compliance controls of the Bank and identify proper actions for improvement
• Perform regular tracking on all outstanding regulatory issues or findings yet to be solved or responded and make appropriate escalation accordingly
Requirements:
Degree holder in Law, Business Adminstration or related disciplines
Minimum 5 years of legal, audit or compliance experience preferable in a sizable financial institution and/or regulatory bodies
Holder of Associate AML Professional (AAMLP) Certificate under the HKMA ECF on AML/CFT preferred
Knowledge of AML Compliance and relevant regulatory requirements
Self-motivated, independent, pleasant personality with good communication skills and able to communicate effectively at all levels
Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua)