Senior Executive Financial Crime

Zurich Insurance Malaysia Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Malaysia is seeking a compliance professional to support various risk assessments and provide guidance on Anti-Money Laundering and related matters. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and preferred experience in financial crime compliance within the insurance sector. Strong communication and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively are essential. The position offers comprehensive training and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Access to comprehensive training and development opportunities

Employee volunteering and community activities support

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), CFT, CPF, or Financial Crime Compliance.
• Professional certification from AICB or ACAMS is desirable.
• Experience with insurance regulatory examinations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance risk assessments and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Provide advisory and guidance to operational teams on AML, CFT, and Sanctions-related matters.
• Manage AML-related system enhancements or projects.
• Design and deliver training programs to enhance compliance knowledge.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks effectively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Screening databases like World-Check, Dow Jones, and LexisNexis

Job description

Responsibilities

Support compliance risk assessments, including annual Compliance Risk Assessment, National Risk Assessment, Sanction Risk Assessment and Institutional Risk Assessment, ensuring adherence to internal and external regulatory requirements.

Provide advisory and guidance to operational teams particularly Underwriting, Servicing, and Claims & IT on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), Counter Proliferation Financing (CPF), and Sanctions-related matters. Collaborate with different functions, driving completion of deliverables to meet compliance objectives.

Manage AML-related system enhancement or projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timelines, and quality standards.

Design and deliver training programs and awareness initiatives to ensure compliance and enhance organizational knowledge.

Undertake additional assignments as required by Senior Manager, Financial Crime Compliance or Head of Compliance or Chief Compliance Officer.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.

Preferred experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), Counter Proliferation Financing (CPF), Sanctions, or Financial Crime Compliance within insurance sector.

Professional certification from AICB or ACAMS is highly desirable.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Familiar with screening databases such as World-Check, Dow Jones, and LexisNexis to support sanctions and financial crime compliance processes.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks effectively.

Experience with insurance regulatory examinations is an advantage.

Culture & Diversity

We are proud of our culture and passionate about diversity and inclusion. We want you to bring your whole self to work. Our diversity and inclusion initiatives create an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of protected characteristics.

With the above in mind, we accept applications from everyone regardless of your background, beliefs, or culture. We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to comprehensive training and development opportunities. Zurich supports employees in volunteering, charitable, and community activities.

Location & Application

Location(s): MY - Kuala Lumpur
Schedule: Full Time
Recruiter name: Jesreena Kaur