Head of Compliance & AML Department (f/m/x)

Company Description

ICBC Austria Bank GmbH commenced operations in 2019 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd., one of the world’s largest banks by total assets. The bank serves as the regional hub for Austria and the CEE region, employs approximately 40 staff members and focuses mainly on large and medium-sized corporates. ICBC Austria Bank GmbH is seeking a Head of Compliance & AML to lead its Compliance Officer function, AML/CFT oversight, and Sanctions Compliance responsibilities. The position calls for a team-oriented leader with an international background and proven ability to foster effective cross-functional collaboration while ensuring the highest standards of regulatory compliance.

Job Description

• Lead and develop the Compliance & AML team of three professionals
• Conduct ongoing regulatory monitoring and compliance risk assessments
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and monitoring programs
• Coordinate regulatory inspections, audits, and liaison with FMA, OeNB, FIU
• Oversee AML/CFT framework including CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, SAR/STR
• Review and approve new products, services and high-risk business relationships independently
• Manage sanctions compliance across EU, OFAC, Austrian, and UN regimes
• Report regularly to Management Board/Supervisory Board/ICBC Head Office; handle whistleblowing, investigations, and training

Qualifications

• University degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in banking compliance, including at least 5 years in AML and Financial Crime Compliance
• Proven track record in a leadership role such as Head or Deputy Head of Compliance or AML function, ideally within an international banking environment
• Solid understanding of the EU regulatory landscape and supervisory expectations, with proven experience liaising with local regulators and authorities (in particular FMA and OeNB)
• In-depth knowledge of AML/CFT regulations, EU sanctions regimes, and risk-based compliance frameworks
• Exposure to trade finance or cross-border banking operations is advantageous
• Professional certifications such as CAMS or GCSS are considered an asset
• Knowledge of English and German, both written and spoken
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in an international setting

Additional Information

We invite senior executives from the banking sector with comprehensive compliance experience to apply for this position. Depending on specific qualifications and professional experience, the role offers an annual gross salary starting at around € 130.000.

Additional benefits include training opportunities at the ICBC Head Office with colleagues from around the world, regular health check-ups, and more.

Please submit your application online!

Contact: Maria Adler, BA (+43/1/53700-2621)