AVP, Client Lifecycle Management
Role Summary:
We are looking for a VP, Name Screening to join our Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) team located in Kuala Lumpur. The
VP, Name Screening will conduct Name Screening reviews covering a broad range of jurisdictions and entity types within a fast-paced project environment. This role requires an individual to have a core focus on delivering high-quality work within deadlines and a proven ability to apply a consistent approach to Name Screening processes whilst adhering to regulatory requirements and client procedures.
This is a great opportunity to join our fast-growing business within our CLM department, working with some of the world’s leading financial institutions. The preferred candidate will demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit with a ‘hands-on’ pragmatic and flexible approach as we develop this fast-growing business area.
Job responsibilities:
Lead a team of Associates and Analysts in conducting screenings for the client in an efficient and effective manner.
Act as the point of contact for client stakeholders.
Act as a subject matter expert and escalation point for team members.
Conduct screening checks using third-party tools to identify Sanctions, PEPs, and Adverse Media in relation to the entities and related parties subject to screening policies and procedures.
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the client’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policy and related procedures, identifying new requirements, top-ups, or renewals of information/documentation held on file.
Source data from approved public sources using methods outlined in policies and procedures.
Gather and analyze public data to identify potential risks.
Be able to identify any additional risk factors based on Screening or adverse news.
Escalate issues to the appropriate teams where information cannot be sourced or provided, where prior exceptions have been granted on existing files, and/or where additional sign-off is required to proceed.
Proactively identify issues or blockers to Screening completion and productivity and assist with the implementation of solutions.
Job Requirements:
Essential Skills/Experience
Familiarity with name screening software (e.g., DDIQ, World Check One, Dow Jones, Accuity, etc.).
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate adverse news related to customers, beneficial owners (UBOs), politically exposed persons (PEPs), and high-risk entities.
Ability to identify financial crime risks or reputational risks that require escalation to other stakeholders.
Ability to identify and assess politically exposed persons (PEPs), ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs), and other high-risk individuals or entities.
Ability to process and understand large amounts of complex information.
Excellent attention to detail.
Fast learner with a proactive approach and sense of urgency.
Ability to multitask, manage, prioritize, and be accountable for workload.
Adaptable and capable of being flexible.
Excellent professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to learn how to use multiple IT systems.
Desirable:
Experience working within a consulting and/or service provider environment.
Experience working within investment and corporate banking.
BA/BSc graduate degree or equivalent.
A demonstrated ability to engage stakeholders is good to have but not essential.
Previous experience conducting KYC reviews is desirable.