Risk Executive

Uqpay Technology; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a diligent Risk Officer to ensure compliance with guidelines and mitigate fraud risks. The successful candidate will monitor transaction patterns, conduct customer due diligence, and prepare risk analysis reports. Fluency in Mandarin and English is essential for serving a bilingual customer base. This position presents a unique opportunity to drive significant impact within a forward-thinking company. Join us in shaping the future of digital payments.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with regulations and strong legal awareness.
• Experience in fraud risk management preferred.
• Ability to work in a bilingual environment (Mandarin & English).

Responsibilities

• Conduct customer due diligence including KYC, KYB and EDD.
• Monitor transaction patterns to identify potential risks.
• Prepare detailed risk analysis reports and recommendations.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical judgment

Teamwork spirit

Education

Bachelor degree in finance, business, economics or related field

Job description

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Risk Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will ensure that our operations and business transactions comply with all relevant guidelines. He/she plays a crucial role in our journey to shape the future of digital payments and global banking. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative company at the front‑line of industry evolution. We foster an inclusive, supportive, and continuous learning culture where everyone can thrive and achieve their personal and professional goals. Join our team and be part of an exciting evolution in the industry.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct customer due diligence, including KYC, KYB and EDD.
2. Monitor transaction patterns and behaviors to identify potential risks, fraud or suspicious activities.
3. Conduct regular portfolio reviews and risk assessments for existing accounts.
4. Investigate and respond to alerts or cases generated by system or from partners.
5. Prepare detailed risk analysis reports and recommendations.
6. Recommend changes to ensure accuracy and efficiency of onboarding processes, risk monitoring.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor degree or above, in finance, business, economics, risk management or related field is preferred.
2. Be familiar with relevant regulations (regulatory or card schemes) and have strong legal awareness and risk prevention capabilities (related work experience is preferred).
3. Have good communication and coordination skills and teamwork spirit.
4. Ability to work in a bilingual environment, Mandarin & English. "We are looking for Mandarin‑speaking candidates who will be serving Mandarin‑speaking customers."
5. Have strong analytical judgment and problem‑solving capabilities, and be attentive to details and compliance and control oriented.

This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s ability to detect, prevent, and mitigate fraudulent activities. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for fraud risk management and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of financial systems, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding role.