AML Control Manager (Banking Dept)

You are going to join the Banking Department of BOC Paris Branch as an AML & Control Manager.

• Upon receiving alerts from the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) within the Legal & Compliance Department (LCD), process alerts related to high-risk transactions in real-time or retrospectively within the required deadlines. Assess risks based on customer knowledge (KYC) in collaboration with relationship managers, review existing supporting documents or request additional information from clients if necessary, and provide all relevant information until the FIU/LCD closes the case.
• Alerts cover all individual banking clients and all types of transactions, including incoming and outgoing payments such as SEPA transfers, international wire transfers, checks, etc., as well as all types of risks including AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering / Counter Financing of Terrorism), sanctions, tax evasion, and related risks.
• Handle customer screening alerts related to sanctions, AML/CFT, and PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) within the same day in the system. Regularly process screening alerts concerning U.S. residents.
• Monitor and identify any changes in clients’ situations at all times, report unusual or atypical transactions, and stay vigilant and up to date with all regulatory changes issued by financial authorities.
• Manage specific operations requested by the LCD, including investigations with correspondent banks, client exit management, and providing client files/data for investigations conducted by authorities.
• Maintain a professional image and uphold the reputation of BOCP at all times.
• Provide support for ad hoc tasks assigned by the Head of Compliance & AML/CFT, team leaders, or deputy team leaders, especially during periods of high workload within the team.

Your qualifications

• Minimum Master’s degree (Bac+5 or equivalent)
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar position (excluding internships and apprenticeships)
• Bilingual in French and Chinese, with a good command of English
• Strong proficiency in IT tools and core banking systems