Analyst - Sanctions Processing

AIG; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance leader in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Analyst – Sanctions Processing. This role involves investigating potential matches, documenting resolutions, and ensuring compliance with sanctions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and experience in the Banking, Financial, or Insurance industry. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Banking/Financial/Insurance industry.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform investigations based on Sanctions Screening applications.
• Adjudicate potential matches and document resolutions.
• Notify leads of breaches in compliance standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Office Suite proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Join us as an Analyst – Sanctions Processing to make more of your specialist expertise and experience.

At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us as an Analyst – Sanctions Processing to play your part in that transformation. It’s an opportunity to grow your skills and experience as a valued member of the team.

Make your mark in GI Sanctions Processing Team

GI Sanctions Processing Team (“GISP”) has oversight of the Sanctions Processing adjudication operations. GISP Level 1 Team performs adjudications within various screening applications and provides guidance to underwriting based on potential alerts. If necessary GISP Level 1 Team will escalate matters to Local Compliance Teams for additional scrutiny.

Responsibilities

• The Sanctions Analyst performs investigations of data based on the information provided in Sanctions Screening application. Perform sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) screening of potential match review. Adjudicating potential matches. Documenting the rationale for the potential match resolution. Apply reason codes pertaining to the potential match. Alert Regional Sanctions Processing Leads of any system anomalies, deficiencies and/or backlogs. Ability to work in a matrix organization. Sanctions compliance knowledge. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced Excel skills; Microsoft Suite of products (Word, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) skills.
• Escalate potential true matches to the Local Compliance Officer for further due diligence.
• Notify the Team Lead of the following: All identified breaches of the standards in the Statement. All identified breaches of the AIG Economic Sanctions Compliance Policy.
• Co-ordinate requests for exemptions from the screening requirements.
• Participate in periodic training sessions.
• Meet the Quality Assurance requirements and SLAs to support the business and Corporate Function.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Must be analytical and meticulous.
• Relevant experience in a similar role in Banking/Financial/Insurance industry.
• Computer literate and a proficient user of MS Office applications, especially MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
• Must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Proficient in English – reading, writing and speaking.
• Ability & flexibility to work in a non-standardized environment with occasional variables.
• A self-motivated team player with ability to take initiative.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadline and SLA requirements.
• Able to work night shift (rotation shift).

Ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you.

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Benefits

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

About AIG

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail].

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OP - Operations AIG Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd