Deputy MLRO/Manager - Regulatory Compliance

Nium is looking for a highly skilled Deputy MLRO to support and strengthen their regulatory compliance framework in Hong Kong. The ideal candidate brings strong regulatory expertise, proven leadership, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced FinTech environment.

Requirements

• Ensure full compliance with Hong Kong AML/CFT regulations under the MSO licensing regime.
• Maintain, update, and implement internal compliance policies and procedures to reflect evolving regulatory requirements.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on MSO obligations to internal stakeholders.
• Support the MLRO in overseeing and enhancing the company's AML/CFT program.
• Conduct transaction monitoring reviews, investigate suspicious activities, and prepare STR filings.
• Serve as the alternate point of contact for regulators (e.g., C&ED, HKMA) in the absence of the MLRO.
• Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments across business lines.
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical risk-mitigating enhancements.
• Collaborate with product, operations, and risk teams to embed compliance-by-design principles.
• Develop and deliver AML/CFT training to employees at all levels.
• Champion a strong compliance culture throughout Nium.
• Prepare regular compliance reports for senior leadership and the Board.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during compliance reviews and examinations.
• Track remediation efforts and ensure timely closure of audit findings.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• 24/7 employee assistance program
• Generous vacation programs including year-end shut down
• Flexible working hybrid environment (3 days per week in the office)
• Role-specific training
• Internal workshops
• Learning stipend
• Company-wide social events
• Team bonding activities
• Happy hours
• Team offsites