AML Transaction Monitoring Analyst Senior Associate/Quality Controller

PwC; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Philippines is seeking a Senior Associate to serve as AML Transaction Monitoring Quality Checker within the risk and compliance advisory team. You will lead quality checks, verify SARs and ensure regulatory alignment while mentoring junior analysts.

The role requires hands-on experience with AML controls, KYC/CDD workflows, and data-driven investigations. Expect collaboration across stakeholders to strengthen internal controls and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree required.
• Experience in AML/transaction monitoring and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to mentor junior analysts and provide feedback.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance: Review and validate the quality and accuracy of transaction monitoring alerts and investigations.
• Compliance Verification: Ensure AML activities comply with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Report Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of SARs and other documentation.
• Feedback: Guide transaction monitoring analysts to improve performance and adherence to guidelines.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in monitoring processes and suggest enhancements.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of quality checks and assessments.
• Data Analysis: Use data analysis to identify trends and potential risks.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with stakeholders to support AML efforts.
• Leadership: Mentor junior staff and foster a compliant team environment.

Skills

AML Compliance

CDD

EDD

KYC

Quality Control

Transaction Monitoring

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE)

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively.

As a risk management generalist at PwC, you will provide advisory and practical support to teams across a wide range of specialist risk and compliance areas.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced AML Transaction Monitoring Quality Checker to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and accuracy of AML transaction monitoring activities. This role requires a deep understanding of AML regulations and the ability to lead and mentor junior analysts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Assurance: Review and validate the quality and accuracy of transaction monitoring alerts and investigations.
• Compliance Verification: Ensure that AML transaction monitoring activities comply with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Report Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of suspicious activity reports (SARs) and other documentation.
• Feedback: Provide feedback and guidance to transaction monitoring analysts to enhance their performance and adherence to guidelines.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in transaction monitoring processes and recommend enhancements.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of quality checks and compliance assessments.
• Data Analysis: Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks in financial transactions.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with different stakeholders to support comprehensive AML efforts.
• Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative and compliant work environment.

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Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor Degree

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Anti-Money Laundering Compliance, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence, Know Your Customer (KYC), Quality Control (QC), Transaction Monitoring

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Advisement, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Contractual Risk Monitoring, Contract Writing, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Risk Management {+ 32 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes