Purpose of position: Oversight of the firm's AML programme in Malaysia & South East Asia (SEA), except Investment Management. South East Asia refers to Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia and Singapore. The role will involve working closely with the business, location Compliance & Line of Business Compliance to ensure that the AML programme in these locations complies with firm policies and standards, as well as local laws and regulations.
Key responsibilities: Oversight of the AML programme across Malaysia & SEA, ensuring that the AML Programme is fully implemented and kept up to date.
Evaluate and monitor existing procedures and develop new procedures, systems and controls to ensure compliance with current anti-money laundering requirements.
Monitor new laws and regulations and contribute to new consultation papers as and when they arise.
Provide guidance and advice to the business on their responsibility for complying with all relevant laws, regulations and firm policies in the assigned locations.
Delivery of the AML training.
Work with the regional AML team and location Compliance in the investigation of suspicious activity, and the resultant reporting obligations.
As a key member of the regional AML compliance team, work with the team on global and regional initiatives, including risk assessments, training and awareness.
Working with location Compliance, establishing and maintain strong regulatory relationships with relevant Malaysia & SEA regulatory bodies.
Liaising with local enforcement agencies on AML orders.
Qualifications
Experience: Min 7 years of related experience in AML or related disciplines.
An expert on the regional regulatory requirements, especially for Malaysia.
Experience of Islamic Finance is a plus.
Experience in regulatory investigations preferable
Competencies: Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with key internal clients across all levels but particularly with senior management.
A solution driven approach, with exemplary problem solving skills; able to work on your own or as part of a team.
Able to drive and manage productive and professional regulatory relationships.
Able to deliver results/meet deadlines under pressure and deal with motivated and driven bankers.
Ability to prioritise.
Good analytical ability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Key responsibilities: Oversight of the AML programme across Malaysia & SEA, ensuring that the AML Programme is fully implemented and kept up to date.
Evaluate and monitor existing procedures and develop new procedures, systems and controls to ensure compliance with current anti-money laundering requirements.
Monitor new laws and regulations and contribute to new consultation papers as and when they arise.
Provide guidance and advice to the business on their responsibility for complying with all relevant laws, regulations and firm policies in the assigned locations.
Delivery of the AML training.
Work with the regional AML team and location Compliance in the investigation of suspicious activity, and the resultant reporting obligations.
As a key member of the regional AML compliance team, work with the team on global and regional initiatives, including risk assessments, training and awareness.
Working with location Compliance, establishing and maintain strong regulatory relationships with relevant Malaysia & SEA regulatory bodies.
Liaising with local enforcement agencies on AML orders.
Qualifications
Experience: Min 7 years of related experience in AML or related disciplines.
An expert on the regional regulatory requirements, especially for Malaysia.
Experience of Islamic Finance is a plus.
Experience in regulatory investigations preferable
Competencies: Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with key internal clients across all levels but particularly with senior management.
A solution driven approach, with exemplary problem solving skills; able to work on your own or as part of a team.
Able to drive and manage productive and professional regulatory relationships.
Able to deliver results/meet deadlines under pressure and deal with motivated and driven bankers.
Ability to prioritise.
Good analytical ability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
