Regional Compliance Operations Lead – Payments

Funding Societies | Modalku Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Compliance Officer to oversee payments compliance and KYC operations. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in compliance or operations, preferably in the financial services sector. The candidate should possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be able to work under tight deadlines. The position offers flexible working arrangements and benefits including health insurance and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible paid vacations

Health insurance coverage

Company laptop

Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• 2+ years of operations, compliance and/or KYC experience in financial services.
• Good knowledge of payments industry processes and regulations.
• Experience in an international, English-speaking environment.

Responsibilities

• SME on AML/CFT, KYC issues & transaction monitoring.
• Own regional compliance tasks including payment approval.
• Conduct and review PEP/sanctions checks.

Skills

AML/CFT expertise

KYC knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or finance

Job description

A leading fintech company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Compliance Officer to oversee payments compliance and KYC operations. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in compliance or operations, preferably in the financial services sector. The candidate should possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be able to work under tight deadlines. The position offers flexible working arrangements and benefits including health insurance and wellness initiatives.