Compliance Senior Associate

Credence Consulting; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A compliance consultancy firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced compliance professional to assist in maintaining AML/CFT frameworks and ensure regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a degree in Law, Finance, or a related field, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include performing KYC reviews, monitoring regulatory updates, and supporting internal audits. Familiarity with Singapore regulatory requirements is preferred. The role demands strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in compliance, risk, or AML.
• Familiarity with Singapore regulatory and compliance requirements is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining AML/CFT and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Perform KYC, CDD/EDD reviews on clients and investors.
• Monitor regulatory updates and ensure internal policies remain compliant.
• Support regulatory filings, audits, and inspections.

Skills

Compliance monitoring

KYC and AML knowledge

Regulatory research

Documentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Risk, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining AML/CFT and regulatory compliance frameworks

Perform KYC, CDD/EDD reviews on clients and investors

Monitor regulatory updates and ensure internal policies remain compliant

Conduct compliance monitoring, reviews, and internal assessments

Support regulatory filings, audits, and inspections

Assist with suspicious transaction reporting (STR) where applicable

Provide compliance guidance to internal stakeholders

Support training and compliance awareness initiatives

Prepare and file documentation for MAS capital markets services and related license applications.

Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of clients’ internal policies, programs, and SOPs.

Maintain and update compliance manuals and related documentation

Conduct compliance monitoring and perform regulatory checks

Draft and review control documents in accordance with headquarter and local regulatory requirements

Coordinate internal audit processes with relevant departments and business units

Track regulatory developments and assist clients in building responsive internal controls

Guide and supervise junior team members

Conduct legal and regulatory research across multiple jurisdictions

Handle ad hoc advisory assignments as required

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Risk, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in compliance, risk, or AML
• Familiarity with Singapore regulatory and compliance requirements is preferred.
• Familiar with AMLA, FATF guidelines, and KYC standards
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills