APAC AML Operations Lead - Data-Driven Compliance

Ant International; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Ant International in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an APAC AML Operation Head to oversee the regulatory-aligned AML framework across the region. You will standardize EDD, transaction monitoring, and screening processes while steering data governance and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen controls.

The role requires senior leadership experience in AML/compliance and a proven track record in process optimization, automation, and regulatory engagement across APAC markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Law, Economics, Accounting, Risk Management, or related disciplines.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFE, CIA, or CISA are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the AML operational framework in APAC, leading the standardization and efficient implementation of EDD, TM, and Screening processes.
• Coordinate AML-related data governance initiatives to improve data quality, traceability, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead operational efficiency improvement projects through process re-engineering and automation, across cross-functional teams.
• Establish and maintain AML operational quality control mechanisms, including audits and KPI monitoring.
• Monitor APAC regulatory developments and lead internal process adjustments and staff training to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Technology, Legal and Business teams to align AML operations with Group strategy and risk appetite.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge APAC

Process optimization

Data governance

KPI management

Automation tooling

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance/Law/Economics/Accounting/Risk Management

CAM S/CFE/CIA/CISA certifications preferred

Tools

Actimize

SAS

Quantexa

Socure

SQL

Advanced Excel

Power BI/Tableau

Job description

Ant International in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an APAC AML Operation Head to oversee the regulatory-aligned AML framework across the region. You will standardize EDD, transaction monitoring, and screening processes while steering data governance and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen controls.

The role requires senior leadership experience in AML/compliance and a proven track record in process optimization, automation, and regulatory engagement across APAC markets.