Senior Compliance Officer (AVP) – Banking & Risk

OCBC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Community initiatives

Professional development

Equal opportunity

Fair employment

Job summary

OCBC Malaysia is seeking a Business Compliance Officer to help ensure that the bank’s operations comply with regulatory requirements. You will work with various stakeholders, identify risks, and implement controls to mitigate them while upholding integrity and customer trust.

The role covers regular compliance reviews and audits, guidance to staff on policy, and collaboration with business units on KYC, due diligence, and reporting.

Qualifications

• A degree in Law, Business, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in compliance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong project management.
• Proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of compliance related requirements such as BB Risk Calculators, EDD/ODD, AML/Sanctions checks for RM review.
• Obtain necessary information from customers to complete the compliance assessment.
• Provide support to Business Units including KYC, OFAC, appropriateness and other requirements.
• Monitor and track regulatory compliance and breaches.
• Liaise with Ops departments and branches on transactions.
• Coordinate on transaction issues and ensure correct CashBOP codes.
• Handle AML/Sanction clarifications and vessel IMO numbers with customers.
• Liaise between customers and Branch/Account Services.
• Guide customers in completing forms for account updates/opening.
• Perform diligence reviews and liaise with Middle Office.
• Ensure strong customer service and resolve issues.
• Other operational duties including sample checking of transactions for compliance.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or Business

3-5 years compliance experience

Tools

KYC / AML systems

Regulatory frameworks

Job description

OCBC Malaysia is seeking a Business Compliance Officer to help ensure that the bank’s operations comply with regulatory requirements. You will work with various stakeholders, identify risks, and implement controls to mitigate them while upholding integrity and customer trust.

The role covers regular compliance reviews and audits, guidance to staff on policy, and collaboration with business units on KYC, due diligence, and reporting.