Asst Mgr / Sr Exec - Compliance (FCC Enhanced Due Diligence) | Kuala Lumpur, MY

Hong Leong Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Manager/Senior Executive in Compliance to conduct reviews and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, AML/CFT certification, and 3-4 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this role, which offers opportunities for career development and growth.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in banking or financial institutions, specializing in AML/CFT or compliance.
• Experience in due diligence on PEPs and adverse news.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews according to policies and meet regulatory requirements.
• Complete reviews of customer profiles and account activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of reviews conducted.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Time management

Relationship-building skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AML/CFT certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Asst Mgr / Sr Exec - Compliance (FCC Enhanced Due Diligence)

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Job Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews according to policies, procedures, and meet internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Complete reviews of customer profiles and account activities, analyzing escalation concerns, investigating KYC information, and transactional activities to detect potential financial crimes such as money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions breaches.
• Perform searches, conduct due diligence, gather data, and record evidence from internal systems, public searches, commercial databases, and inquiries with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation of reviews conducted.
• Apply knowledge of money laundering processes, sanctions, and relevant laws/regulations to cases.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• AML/CFT certification (preferred)
• 3-4 years of experience in banking and financial institutions, specializing in AML/CFT or compliance
• Experience in risk assessment and due diligence on PEPs and adverse news
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good business sense, analytical skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent time management and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

About Hong Leong Bank

Hong Leong Bank is a leading financial institution in Malaysia with a century of entrepreneurial heritage. We offer comprehensive financial services guided by a Digital-at-the-Core approach, earning industry recognition for innovative and customer-friendly banking solutions. Our services span nationwide in Malaysia and include regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China.

We value diversity, inclusion, and merit, aiming to attract the best talent. Our digital initiatives are enhancing the employee experience, supporting lifelong learning, career growth, and internal talent development.

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