AML & Transaction Surveillance Associate

DBS; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Hong Kong is seeking an Associate in Transaction Surveillance to monitor and investigate unusual activity alerts, prepare STRs, and support AML/CFT controls. You will collaborate with Business Units and FCSS to deliver timely risk assessments and remediation actions.

The role requires a degree or certification in finance or compliance, 3-5 years in transaction monitoring or financial crime prevention, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or certification in finance, compliance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in transaction monitoring, financial crime prevention, or compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Thorough understanding of AML/CFT regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor alerts and investigations from the transaction surveillance system.
• Prepare STRs for review by the Money Laundering Reporting Officer or delegates.
• Collaborate with Business units to respond to RFIs and mitigation measures.
• Support governance, control improvements, and risk assessment activities.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or certification in finance, compliance, or a related field

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

DBS Hong Kong is seeking an Associate in Transaction Surveillance to monitor and investigate unusual activity alerts, prepare STRs, and support AML/CFT controls. You will collaborate with Business Units and FCSS to deliver timely risk assessments and remediation actions.

The role requires a degree or certification in finance or compliance, 3-5 years in transaction monitoring or financial crime prevention, and strong analytical and communication skills.