Analyst, AML

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) is seeking an AML Analyst to assist in compliance activities related to AML/CFT, focusing on transaction and payment screening, fact finding, and escalation of suspicious alerts. The role ensures accurate and timely screening in accordance with established rules and procedures, with daily reconciliation and reporting support.

You will support branches, help run the department smoothly, and contribute to maintaining service levels and

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Banking Business.
• Experience in transaction screening or payment screening.
• Proficient with Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
• 1–3 years of experience in Banking and Finance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong data and numerical analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in AML/CFT compliance activities, including transaction and payment screening, fact finding and escalation of suspicious alerts.
• Ensure all transactions are screened accurately and timely in line with department rules and procedures.
• Timely reconciliation, issue resolution and submission of departmental reports as required.
• Support day-to-day operations from branches and help the department run efficiently in compliance with SLAs and SOPs.

Skills

Banking knowledge

Screening experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary :

• To assist in the compliance activities relating to AML/CFT, specifically in the areas of transaction screening or payment screening, fact find and escalation of suspicious alerts.


• To ensure all transactions processed are screened accurately and timely and in full compliance with established rules and procedures setup within the department.


• Timely reconciliation / issues resolutions and submission of departmental reports as and when required.


• To support day to day operations from branches and supporting the department to run efficiently and smoothly and in compliance to the Service Level Agreement and Operation Procedure established with respective branches.

KEY 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.

Operations & Controls

• To perform end to end daily transaction screening by complying to internal controls/policies to ensure any AML / Sanctions potential breaches are arrest or mitigated.


• Provides day to day support and advice in the department for transactional activities.


• Ensure all defects are reported, complaints tracked with preventive and corrective action implemented.


• Work closely with other respective operations team to resolve any exceptions or queries. Proactively share new ideas and concepts to improve operations process.

Qualification :

• 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