AML Screening Analyst – Sanctions & Compliance

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad invites applications for an AML/CFT Compliance Support role focused on transaction and payment screening, fact finding, and escalation of suspicious alerts. You will ensure accurate, timely screening in line with internal rules and regulatory requirements.

Key duties include end-to-end daily transaction screening, escalation of potential breaches, supporting daily operations across branches, and preparing departmental reports.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Banking Business.
• Good knowledge in Back Office Operation particularly transaction screening or payment screening.
• Basic PC skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• 1 to 3 years experiences in Banking and Finance
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent ability with data/ numerical analysis (such as productivity report)
• Good inter-personal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• To exercise sound judgement and observe the highest degree of confidentiality and quality when screening transactions with compliance to applicable regime regulations i.e. OFAC, UNSC, local laws and regulations.
• Timely escalation and reporting of potential/actual breaches to the respective departments and branches.
• End-to-end daily transaction screening with internal controls/policies to ensure breaches are arrested or mitigated.
• Provide day-to-day support and advice in the department for transactional activities.
• Ensure defects are reported, complaints tracked with preventive and corrective action.
• Collaborate with other operations teams to resolve queries and share ideas to improve processes.

Skills

Banking knowledge

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Banking/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad invites applications for an AML/CFT Compliance Support role focused on transaction and payment screening, fact finding, and escalation of suspicious alerts. You will ensure accurate, timely screening in line with internal rules and regulatory requirements.

Key duties include end-to-end daily transaction screening, escalation of potential breaches, supporting daily operations across branches, and preparing departmental reports.