Compliance Officer — AML/KYC Leader (Junior/Senior)

Private Advertiser; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is recruiting for a Compliance Officer (Junior and Senior) to join our full-time team. The role involves ensuring regulatory adherence, developing policies, and leading compliance initiatives as applicable by seniority.

Junior candidates will support under supervision, while Senior candidates will lead and mentor, liaising with authorities and driving AML/KYC compliance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in law, finance, business administration, or related discipline.
• 1–2 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or related field (Junior).
• 5+ years of experience in compliance or risk management (Senior).
• Knowledge of banking and financial services regulations and AML/KYC is required (Senior).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess compliance with banking, financial services, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conduct compliance audits and reviews to identify gaps and remedial actions.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and records of compliance activities.
• Investigate potential compliance violations and report findings to management.
• Provide compliance training and guidance to staff across departments.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and maintain positive regulatory relationships.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and filings as required.
• Stay abreast of changes in legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• Senior level: develop risk management frameworks and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Leadership (Senior)

Regulatory knowledge

AML/KYC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business administration, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Compliance software

Job description

Private Advertiser in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is recruiting for a Compliance Officer (Junior and Senior) to join our full-time team. The role involves ensuring regulatory adherence, developing policies, and leading compliance initiatives as applicable by seniority.

Junior candidates will support under supervision, while Senior candidates will lead and mentor, liaising with authorities and driving AML/KYC compliance across the organization.