Assistant Manager, Regulatory Compliance

Hong Leong Investment Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Manager for Regulatory Compliance. The ideal candidate will assist the Head of Compliance in planning and updating compliance programs in accordance with Bank Negara Malaysia regulations. Responsibilities include conducting compliance reviews, preparing compliance reports, providing advisory on compliance matters, and offering training. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have at least three years of experience. This role emphasizes strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or audit-related fields.
• Well-versed in BNM and/or SC regulations pertaining to AML.
• Able to work independently and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Compliance in planning and updating the compliance programme.
• Conduct compliance review and testing in accordance with the compliance plan.
• Prepare compliance report summarizing the Bank’s overall management of compliance risk.
• Provide advisory on compliance matters including AML/CFT.
• Assist in providing training on compliance matters.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and report writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Law, or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Manager, Regulatory Compliance

• Assist the Head of Compliance (HOC) / superior in planning and updating the compliance programme as per the latest Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) rules and regulations.
• Conduct compliance review and testing in accordance to the compliance plan and programme, in particular pertaining to AML/CFT.
• Prepare compliance report summarising the Bank’s overall management of compliance risk and expedite issue of non‑compliance including providing preventive/corrective measures in mitigating compliance risk with focus on AML/CFT to the HOC and Senior Management.
• Provide advisory to the business/operation unit on compliance matters including AML/CFT and the timely dissemination of BNM rules and regulations to the relevant business/operation unit.
• Assist the HOC/superior in providing training to the business/operation unit on compliance matters including AML/CFT.
• Assist to develop and update related Compliance Policies and Procedure.
• Act as a contact point with regulators and assist in handling requests from regulators.
• Develop close relationshipwith the business/operation unit to engender a culture of compliance within the Bank.

Job Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Law, or any equivalent field.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in compliance, risk management, or audit‑related fields.
• Well‑versed in BNM and/or SC regulations pertaining to AML.
• Able to work independently and under minimal supervision.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills.

Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, MY

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?