Assistant Manager jobs in Malaysia

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Banking Partnerships Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining strong relationships with banking institutions globally, with a particular focus on applying for and securing bank accounts for a range of offshore entities. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of banking compliance, especially KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements, and demonstrate strong communication skills in coordinating with international partners.

• Manage the end-to-end process of applying for bank accounts for various offshore entities.
• Provide banking guidance to internal departments on transactional processes and requirements.
• Propose best practices on bank mandates and maintain up-to-date records of signatories and user entitlements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with banking partners and financial institutions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Understand and interpret each bank’s KYC and onboarding requirements; ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Coordinate and attend online meetings with banking partners and service providers across different time zones.
• Act as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders and external banking providers.
• Maintain and update internal documentation on banking applications, KYC checklists, and account status.
• Monitor application timelines and follow up to ensure timely completion of account openings.

• Minimum Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Banking & Finance, Accounting (or the equivalent) with at least 2 years' experience in corporate banking.
• Systematic and meticulous – Excellent documentation, communication, and administrative skills.
• Effective influencing and negotiating skills in an environment where this role may not directly control resources.
• An ability to perform well and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in managing payment and transactions investigations.
• Excellent analytical and multitasking skills with the ability to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a fast-paced agile team.
• Ability to speak Mandarin and English fluently to communicate with global colleagues and stakeholders.

• Experience in corporate services, fintech, or cross-border banking.
• Familiarity with banking requirements in key offshore jurisdictions (e.g., BVI, Cayman, Seychelles, South Africa, Mauritius, Labuan, etc.).
• Additional language skills are a plus.

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