AML Transaction Monitoring Head

Ring Inc; Philippines; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Coins is seeking a Senior AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation Manager in the Philippines to lead the AML program and a team of Transaction Monitoring Associates/Specialists. You will ensure end-to-end processes comply with regulations, coach staff, and drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency in a fast-paced crypto-financial services environment.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen risk controls and reporting to regulators, champion data-driven decisions, and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years minimum AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation experience in banking/financial service.
• Exposure to Covered Transaction (CTR) and Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR).
• Familiarity with ARRG AML guidelines.
• Strong analytical skills with data presentation ability.
• 3–5 years of people handling, supervisory experience required.
• Graduate from a reputable institution in business, accounting or law.
• Team player; able to work in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
• Self-starter with passion for payments and crypto industries.
• Fluency in English with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML monitoring policies and guidelines.
• Manage a team of Transactions Monitoring Associates/Specialists.
• Ensure end-to-end AML monitoring processes comply with regulations.
• Create/Enhance Transaction Monitoring Alerts.
• Support audits and information requests related to AML monitoring.
• Analyze customer info and transactions to assess normal vs. unusual activity.
• Document investigations with evidence and conclusions.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of AMLC reports.
• Review and evaluate STR submissions.
• Coach leads and specialists 1:1.
• Lead automation initiatives to improve processes.
• Coordinate AML investigation matters with other business units.

Skills

AML Transaction Monitoring

Team leadership

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

CTR/STR familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or law

Job description

Coins is the most established crypto brand in The Philippines and has gained the trust of more than 18 million users. Through the easy-to-use mobile app, users can buy and sell a variety of different cryptocurrencies and access a wide range of financial services.

Coins is fully regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and is the first ever crypto-based company in Asia to hold both Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses from a central bank.

What you'll do

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Manage a team of Transactions Monitoring Associates/Specialists
• Ensure that the AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation end-to-end processes are compliant with updated and relevant regulations
• Creation/Enhancing of Transaction Monitoring Alerts
• Support internal and external audits and ad hoc information requests related to AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation
• Analyze customer information and transaction patterns to assess whether alerted activity is or is not normal in the context of what is expected and known about the customer and their transactions
• Document investigations thoroughly, record evidence gathered that supports the conclusion
• Ensure the timeliness and correctness of AMLC reports
• Review and evaluate the STR submissions
• Conducts 1:1 coaching with Transactions Monitoring Leads and Specialist
• Lead automation initiatives to improve processes and streamline operations
• Coordinate with other business units on AML investigation-related matters

What we expect from you

• 3-5 years minimum experience in AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation experience within a Banking/Financial Service Industry
• Relevant exposure in Covered Transaction (CTR) and Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR)
• Strong familiarity in AMLC Registration and Reporting Guidelines (ARRG)
• Strong analytical skills, able to gather and present data well
• 3-5 years minimum experience in people handling is a MUST
• Supervisory experience is required
• Graduate of a 4-year business, accounting, law, or related course from a reputable institution
• A good team player and enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment
• Motivated self-starter with a passion for payments and cryptocurrency industries
• Fluency in English with outstanding communication and presentation skills

Meaningful Collaborations

- The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with other relevant teams to carry out implementations that will improve and create an impact on customer experience.

Scalable Growth -

Be part of a fast-growing organization with the vision to expand its territories outside APAC which will provide opportunities for career advancement.

A Space For Bright Ideas -

Let your bright ideas be converted into meaningful changes! Coins culture welcomes new ideas backed up by data to create an impact.