Compliance Specialist, Transaction Monitoring

Cobo; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobo in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Compliance Specialist to support AML obligations across the organization, working with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory alignment.

You will monitor alerts, assist in STRs, perform KYC reviews, and contribute to AML program enhancements in a fast-paced crypto/fintech environment. Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills are essential, as is a proactive approach to risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Law, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in compliance or AML roles within a financial institution; crypto/fintech background is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of AML/CFT principles, KYC procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and research skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work across teams.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review transaction monitoring alerts for unusual or potentially suspicious activity.
• Investigate escalated alerts and internally reported suspicious activity with thorough documentation.
• Assist in preparing and submitting STRs per regulatory requirements.
• Review KYC files with focus on PEP, sanctions and adverse media.
• Support enhancement, testing, and calibration of AML monitoring systems and tools.
• Contribute to development and maintenance of AML programs, policies and internal controls.
• Research crypto and blockchain-related compliance developments and provide recommendations.
• Deliver AML training on transaction monitoring and red flags to promote awareness.

Skills

AML / CFT knowledge

KYC procedures

Regulatory frameworks

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Law, Finance, or related field

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role will play a key part in supporting local and regional compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) efforts across the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure internal processes align with evolving regulatory standards..

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in AML operations, strong investigative skills, and a proactive approach to compliance risk management. This is a great opportunity to contribute to building a strong compliance culture in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Monitor and review transaction monitoring alerts to identify unusual or potentially suspicious activity.
• Conduct investigations on escalated alerts and internally reported suspicious activities, ensuring proper documentation and escalation.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) in line with regulatory requirements.
• Review KYC files with particular attention to PEP, sanctions, and adverse media hits, supporting ongoing customer risk assessments.
• Support the enhancement, testing, and calibration of AML transaction monitoring systems and related tools.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of AML programs, policies, and internal controls tailored to digital asset business models.
• Conduct research on crypto and blockchain-related compliance developments and provide recommendations to strengthen internal monitoring practices.
• Support the delivery of compliance and AML training, with emphasis on transaction monitoring and red flag identification, to promote awareness across teams.

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Law, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in compliance or AML roles within a financial institution; experience in a crypto or fintech company is a strong plus
• Solid knowledge of AML/CFT principles, KYC procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and research skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset