A top tier Fintech company is now looking for a Global Sanctions Officer to be based in Hong Kong to look after over 20 offices across, APAC, US, EU and Canada etc, reporting to the Global Compliance Officer.

Job Descriptions

• Provide Sanctions advisory on matters related to sanctions regulatory compliance of all applicable regimes, especially OFAC sanctions.  
• Develop and periodic update the sanctions risk assessment.
• Establish and ensure implementation of global sanctions policies and procedures to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the programs.
• Monitor programs to identify process and system risks and improvement opportunities.
• Mitigate sanctions risks through appropriate control implementation and testing.
• Ensure the program maintains thorough and accurate record keeping.
• Review escalated sanctions review cases to provide approvals or guidance.
• Ensure sanctions true hits are reported immediately and appropriately to relevant authorities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage screening vendors and conduct periodic due diligence and testing.
• Develop and deliver targeted sanctions trainings to different lines of business and supporting functions.
• Collaborate with external counsel or auditors to conduct independent program testing.
• Drive the special projects in support of the sanctions compliance program as needed.

QUALIFICATION

• College or higher Degree holder of Law (preference), Finance and other related disciplines
• At least 10 years relevant compliance experience in the financial services industry
• Strong and demonstrated knowledge of US OFAC sanctions and other global sanctions regimes regulations, screening programs and sanctions compliance best practices
• Good command of written and spoken English and Mandarin
• Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a global organization to achieve desired objectives

Please send your CV to s.lui@hamlynwilliams.com

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