Executive, Financial Intelligence Governance

FWD Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Kuala Lumpur seeks an Executive for Financial Intelligence Governance. The role entails assisting with compliance reporting and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, at least three years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. This position provides a unique chance to influence governance across the organization in a rapidly growing sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Banking, Law and/or relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance, audit, or business operations.
• Experience in a regulatory setup with a compliance or audit background.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of periodic reporting and governance.
• Support the organisation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Communicate new regulatory developments to stakeholders.
• Ensure completion of compliance training for staff.

Skills

Understanding of relevant laws and regulations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills and ability to interact well

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Banking, or Law

Job description

Executive, Financial Intelligence Governance

FWD Group (1828.HK) is a pan-Asian life and health insurance business that serves approximately 34 million customers across 10 markets, including BRI Life in Indonesia. FWD's customer‑led and tech‑enabled approach aims to deliver innovative propositions, easy‑to‑understand products and a simpler insurance experience. Established in 2013, the company operates in some of the fastest‑growing insurance markets in the world with a vision of changing the way people feel about insurance. FWD Group is listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code 1828.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in preparation of periodic reporting to Group, Executive Committee and Board.
• Perform duties or other responsibilities as required by the Senior Manager of Financial Intelligence Governance (FIG) and Head of Compliance.
• Support the FIG unit to ensure that the organisation operates in accordance with local regulatory requirements, and assist in the implementation of Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Financing of Terrorism / Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/PF), including but not limited to the following areas:
  • Anti‑Bribery and Corruption (ABC)
  • Distribution Compliance
  • Whistleblower
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
  • FATCA / CRS
• Support business units in the review of any new process, development or projects.
• Communicate new regulatory developments to relevant stakeholders within the stipulated time.
• Track and ensure completion of compliance mandatory training for all staff within the agreed timeline.
• Ensure that AML/CTF Standard Operating Procedures are relevant and up to date with the latest requirements.
• Review transaction monitoring and, if deemed necessary, draft suspicious transaction reports.
• Compile and update the record of the Gift Entertainment Anti‑Bribery Register.

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Banking, Law and/or relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of Insurance, Takaful or Banking work experience in compliance, audit or business operations.
• Experience in a regulatory set‑up with compliance or audit background is advantageous.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Good understanding of relevant laws, regulations, guidelines and regulators’ requirements.
• Familiar with internal rules, procedures, systems and guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a pre‑requisite.
• Proactive, self‑initiative, independent, adaptable and strong analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact well with employees at all levels and external parties.

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