Anti-Money Laundering Officer (SEA Market)

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand AML/CTF-related regulatory requirements; • Manage AML/CTF strategies, including but not limited to strategies for PEP, suspicious transactions monitoring, internal black list, EDD, negative news and CDD;
• Reviewing and approving the review of high-risk accounts, escalated PEP and Sanctions alerts, and where appropriate, escalating material AML risks and concerns to AMLO;
• Investigate escalated suspicious activity / alerts making recommendations for further action for consideration of the MLRO;
• Working with relevant stakeholders in reviewing and handling AML-related transaction queries from AMS’ correspondent banks;
• Assisting with the preparation of Suspicious Transactions Reports;
• Providing support to other stakeholders on AML-related matters;
• Assisting the AMLO to identify and mitigate potential areas of AML risks and gaps.

Job Requirements:

• Possess at least 3 years of AML experience and expertise within the banking or payments industry;
• Have a good understanding of the AML KYC/CDD/Transaction Monitoring practices relating to a fast-paced payment services environment, especially the area of financial crime;
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, in both English and Mandarin;
• Confident in working under pressure, prioritising and managing work tasks.