MLRO

Il y a 2 jours

Brussels, Brussels-Capital, Belgique Confidential Temps plein


Job Description
– Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)

Location:
Hong Kong Department: Compliance Reporting to: Senior Management / Board of Directors Position Level: Manager / Senior Manager 1.

Key Responsibilities
1. Act as the central point of contact for receiving and assessing internal suspicious transaction disclosures and exception reports. 2. Ensure that employees promptly escalate suspicious activities directly to the MLRO without undue delay. 3. Review and investigate suspicious activities and determine whether Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) should be submitted to the Joint Financial Intelligence Unit (JFIU). 4. Submit STRs to the JFIU promptly in accordance with applicable Hong Kong AML/CFT requirements. 5. Maintain proper records of internal disclosures, investigations, assessments and STR submissions. 6. Ensure confidentiality of suspicious transaction reports and provide guidance to staff on preventing tipping-off. 7. Liaise with the JFIU and relevant law enforcement authorities on AML/CFT matters. 8. Keep abreast of relevant AML/CFT regulatory developments and provide guidance on suspicious transaction reporting requirements. 2. Qualifications and Requirements 1. Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline, or relevant professional qualifications. 2. At least 5 years of relevant experience in AML/CFT, regulatory compliance or financial crime risk management, preferably in a managerial or supervisory capacity. 3. Previous experience in Hong Kong TCSP, trust and corporate services, or financial institutions is highly preferred. 4. Strong knowledge of Hong Kong AML/CFT laws and regulations, particularly the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (Cap. 615) and the Companies Registry's AML/CFT Guidelines for TCSP licensees. 5. Practical experience in CDD, EDD, customer risk assessment, suspicious transaction investigations and STR reporting. 6. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, manage compliance matters and communicate effectively with senior management and regulatory authorities. 7. Sufficient seniority, authority and AML/CFT expertise to effectively discharge the responsibilities of the MLRO. 8. Strong integrity, professionalism and ability to handle confidential information. The candidate should normally be based in Hong Kong. 3. Reporting Authority and Independence 1. The MLRO shall have sufficient seniority, authority, knowledge and independence to discharge the responsibilities effectively. 2. The MLRO shall have appropriate access to senior management and direct access to senior management where necessary. 3. The Company shall provide adequate resources, relevant information and access to customer and transaction records to enable the MLRO to perform the role effectively. 4. The MLRO should, as far as practicable, operate independently of business and operational functions. 5. An appropriate Alternate / Deputy MLRO arrangement shall be maintained to ensure continuity of responsibilities.