About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Officer to join a prominent bank on an 8-month contract. In this role, you'll be a key contributor to the bank's compliance team, ensuring adherence to AML policies, identifying suspicious activities, and supporting anti-financial crime initiatives. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a regulatory environment and is passionate about financial integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct AML monitoring and assessments to detect suspicious activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Review and investigate flagged transactions, working closely with internal teams to document findings.
- Support KYC (Know Your Customer) processes and enhance onboarding procedures for high-risk clients.
- Prepare reports on AML activities, findings, and recommendations for senior compliance management.
- Stay up-to-date on industry regulations, ensuring the bank's AML policies align with the latest standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field. Certification in AML/CFT (such as CAMS or ICA) is highly preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in AML compliance within the Singapore banking or financial services sector.
- Strong understanding of MAS regulatory guidelines, particularly AML Notice 626, KYC/CDD requirements, and transaction monitoring best practices.
- Proficiency in using AML transaction monitoring tools (such as Actimize or Verafin) and conducting risk assessments.
- Excellent analytical, investigative, and reporting skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with compliance teams and other stakeholders.
EA License No: 05C3451
EA Personnel Name: Izz Lokman
EA Personnel No: R24124828
