Manager, AML/ CFT

JAC Recruitment International; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment International in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced AML/CFT Compliance professional to lead daily operations and ensure robust controls across KYC, monitoring, and sanctions screening.

You will conduct risk assessments, prepare reports for regulators and boards, and collaborate with regulators and law enforcement. The role also involves training, process enhancements, and ensuring adherence to evolving AML/CFT requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, analytics, finance or related field.
• 6–8 years of AML/CFT compliance experience in banking.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT, CPF and sanctions regs.
• AML certification (e.g., CAMS) is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Excel and Word.
• Able to liaise with regulators and law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily AML/CFT, CPF, and sanctions operations including KYC reviews.
• Conduct AML risk assessments, compliance testing, and policy updates.
• Prepare regulatory, management, committee, and board reports.
• Liaise with regulators, parent bank, and law enforcement on AML matters.
• Support AML/CFT training and compliance awareness initiatives.
• Drive system enhancements, optimization, and UAT for AML platforms.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

AML/CFT compliance

KYC reviews

Regulatory reporting

Sanctions screening

Stakeholder liaison

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Analytics, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily AML/CFT, CPF, and Sanctions operations, including KYC reviews, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening.

• Conduct AML risk assessments, compliance testing, parameter reviews, and update policies/procedures.

• Prepare regulatory, management, committee, and board reports.

• Liaise with regulators, Parent Bank, and Law Enforcement Agencies on AML-related matters.

• Support AML/CFT training and compliance awareness initiatives.

• Drive system enhancements, optimization, and UAT for AML platforms.

• Perform additional duties assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Analytics, Finance, or related field.

• 6-8 years of AML/CFT compliance experience within the banking industry.

• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT, CPF, and Sanctions regulations.

• AML professional certification (e.g., CAMS) is an advantage.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word.

#LI-JACMY
#countrymalaysia