Principal

Associate Director, Compliance (AML)

Job Locations MY-WILAYAH PERSEKUTUAN-TUN RAZAK EXCHANGE
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 weeks ago(6/12/2025 7:30 AM)
Requisition ID
2025-47153
# of Openings
1
Category (Portal Searching)
Compliance & Risk

Responsibilities

AML Regulatory Compliance & Governance

  • Conduct gap analyses and impact assessments based on new or revised AML guidelines and internal requirements.
  • Review and update business unit policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Provide advisory support on regulatory interpretations in collaboration with Legal.

AML Framework & Risk Management

  • Maintain and enhance the AML framework to ensure compliance with AMLATFPUAA and other regulations.
  • Evaluate suspicious transactions and escalate STRs (Suspicious Transaction Reports) when necessary.
  • Initiate and monitor Enhanced Customer Due Diligence (ECDD) processes, ensuring SLA adherence.
  • Lead the annual review of transaction monitoring criteria and report updates to the AML Committee.

AML Transaction Risk Monitoring

  • Review high-risk account cases and onboarding documentation to ensure proper KYC procedures.
  • Oversee transaction monitoring activities and report status to the AML Committee.
  • Stay updated on regulatory developments and ensure monitoring processes remain robust and effective.

Internal Controls & Testing

  • Maintain the compliance matrix and conduct departmental self-testing.
  • Review and verify compliance monitoring activities submitted by business units.

Documentation & Regulatory Submissions

  • Support the review and submission of fund-related documents (e.g., interim/annual reports, offering documents).
  • Ensure compliance in promotional materials and regulatory filings (monthly, quarterly, etc.).

Reporting & Advisory

  • Prepare compliance reports for Group and Committees.
  • Respond to regulatory and law enforcement requests and complete due diligence questionnaires.

Projects & Strategic Initiatives

  • Lead or participate in compliance-related projects and high-level initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with at least 8 to 10 years of working experience in AML Compliance within the Financial Services industry
  • Certification in AML and/or Compliance certification 
  • Experience in compliance for fund management, dealing in securities in relation to unit trust and private retirement schemes will be an added advantage
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills (with both internal and external stakeholders, i.e. regulators)
  • Able to communicate and present effectively
  • Proficient in English and writing, good communication and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint 

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