AML Risk & Compliance AVP – Program Assessment Lead

Citigroup Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi seeks a high-caliber AML Program Assessment Senior Compliance Analyst in Kuala Lumpur to assess AML controls across FCB and PI relationships. The role involves end-to-end transaction reviews, escalation of issues, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of AML/compliance experience, English proficiency at an advanced level, and familiarity with cash management and correspondent banking. ACAMS and Mandarin are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant AML/compliance experience.
• Broad understanding of AML and reputational risks (PEPs, sanctions).
• Understanding of cash management products and correspondent banking.
• Clearly written and spoken English; advanced proficiency.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strong judgment and analytical skills; risk-based mindset.
• ACAMS certification is an advantage.
• Prior experience with transaction-based KYC reviews is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review AML Program controls for FCB & PI relationships and identify concerns.
• Finalize and review Periodic Transaction Reports, flag red flags, and analyze high-risk activity.
• Own the end-to-end process, including client interactions and information gathering.
• Support ad-hoc projects to improve processes.
• Perform risk assessments in decision making and escalate issues as needed.
• Escalate and report control issues with transparency while upholding Citi policies.

Skills

AML knowledge

KYC reviews

Regulatory risk

Communication

Multitasking

Risk assessment

ACAMS (advantage)

English (advanced)

Mandarin (advantage)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Citi seeks a high-caliber AML Program Assessment Senior Compliance Analyst in Kuala Lumpur to assess AML controls across FCB and PI relationships. The role involves end-to-end transaction reviews, escalation of issues, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of AML/compliance experience, English proficiency at an advanced level, and familiarity with cash management and correspondent banking. ACAMS and Mandarin are advantageous.