Senior AML/KYC Compliance Operations Analyst

First Digital Trust; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport allowance

Life, medical & dental coverage

Education allowance (US$4,000)

Career growth

Job summary

First Digital Trust is seeking a versatile Senior Compliance Operations Analyst to join our team. This role involves client onboarding (due diligence), real-time transaction monitoring, and financial investigations across regions.

The ideal candidate will be flexible and eager to work across various compliance functions in a fast-paced startup environment. The role requires 2+ years AML experience, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven experience in AML, transaction monitoring, or customer due diligence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance excellence.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent time management, good organization skills and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive due diligence checks and review KYC/KYB documents for new clients, ensuring AML compliance standards are met.
• Identify key risks posed by potential clients, including legal structure, industry sector, customer base, delivery channel and/or reputation.
• Monitor transactions in real-time to detect and elevate suspicious activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Investigate and analyse suspicious activity and perform AML screening (PEP, Sanction and Adverse News) to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Manage and resolve compliance alerts within established SLAs, maintaining up-to-date compliance documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Supporting Business Development / Relationship Manager Teams with questions about the client onboarding process.
• Participate in ongoing training and contribute to the development of compliance processes and systems.

Skills

AML

Transaction monitoring

Due diligence

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Startup environment

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Proactive

Job description

First Digital Trust is seeking a versatile Senior Compliance Operations Analyst to join our team. This role involves client onboarding (due diligence), real-time transaction monitoring, and financial investigations across regions.

The ideal candidate will be flexible and eager to work across various compliance functions in a fast-paced startup environment. The role requires 2+ years AML experience, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work