Sanctions Manager, Retail Bank

A retail bank in Hong Kong seeks a Sanctions Manager to strengthen AML and sanctions controls, enhance financial crime prevention, and protect the bank’s integrity and reputation.

Key responsibilities:

As a Sanctions Manager, you will support AML and sanctions compliance by conducting risk reviews and strengthening the bank’s financial crime control framework.

• Ensure compliance with local AML regulations and group policies across sanctions processes and controls
• Review trade and remittance screening results, assessing AML, sanctions, PEP, and negative news risks
• Provide sanctions advisory support to business lines, enabling compliant and efficient transaction processing
• Support and drive sanctions-related projects and initiatives to strengthen the financial crime framework
• Manage AML and sanctions investigations and ad hoc cases, applying sound judgement to complex compliance issues

Candidate profile:

To excel in this role, you bring solid AML compliance experience in banking, strong regulatory and analytical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management or related discipline, with 5+ years' AML experience in banking or financial services
• Strong knowledge of HKMA AML regulatory requirements within financial crime compliance environments
• Experience handling AML inquiries, escalations, and risk reviews with strong analytical judgement
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for reporting and compliance documentation
• Strong communication and writing skills in English and Chinese (including Putonghua); AML certifications (e.g., CAMS, CGSS, ECF-AML/CPT) an advantage

About the company:

A leading financial institution in Hong Kong operates in the banking sector with a strong track record in delivering reliable financial services across regional markets. It offers a professional and collaborative environment with a focus on digital transformation, regulatory excellence, and long-term career growth.

Keywords: AML compliance, sanctions screening, financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, transaction monitoring, risk analysis

What’s next:

Step into a role where your expertise strengthens financial crime defenses and shapes the future of AML compliance. Apply now!