Compliance AML Specialist (Fixed-Term)

Sun Life; Taguig; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Life Philippines is seeking an AML Compliance professional to support the day-to-day AML and ABAC mandate, collaborating with the AML Compliance Head and BUCO to ensure timely delivery of tasks.

The role requires 2–3 years in AML/ABAC within financial services, plus strong writing and communication skills to help maintain Sun Life's regulatory standards and compliance program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent with at least 4-year university degree.
• AML and ABAC certification is a plus but not required.
• 2-3 years of experience in AML/ABAC in financial services.
• Good writing and communication skills; ability to work under pressure.
• Familiar with AML/ABAC laws and regulations; knowledge of insurance/asset management helpful.

Responsibilities

• Timely investigates AML transaction monitoring and name screening alerts through the automated AML system.
• Investigates suspicious transactions arising from the alert investigation and/or escalated cases from other business units or departments.
• Supports the AML Compliance Head or the Sun Life Philippines BUCO on specific tasks and projects as may be assigned, including ABAC matters.
• Ensures delivery of all work assignments within the internally set turn-around time and in accordance with AML/ABAC policies, operating guidelines and procedures.
• Proactively escalates/reports to AML Compliance Head or the Sun Life Philippines BUCO any AML/ABAC concerns, issues or deviations.

Skills

AML/ABAC experience

Writing skills

Communication skills

Regulatory awareness

Education

4-year university degree

2-3 years AML/ABAC experience in financial services

AML/ABAC certification is a plus

Job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description

Job Description (heading) / Description Du Poste (titre)

• The role is expected to provide support to the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance team, with respect to the delivery of the day-to-day delivery of the team’s mandate which may include tasks pertaining to AML and Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption (ABAC) matters.

The role shall work closely with AML Compliance Head and/or Sun Life Philippines Business Unit Compliance Officer (BUCO) to ensure AML and ABAC related tasks are delivered on time and collaborate with the rest of the AML Compliance team towards effective delivery of the AML and ABAC mandates.

The role assists in the overall promotion of adherence to relevant regulatory requirements, statutory requirements and Sun Life’s global compliance framework, policies and standards. Tasks include analysis, investigation, research, report-writing and active participation in the continuous improvement of AML and ABAC Compliance program.

Preferred Skills (heading) / Compétences Particulières (titre)

• Decision making: The ability to quickly choose options when faced with potential/confirmed issues.
• Analysis/Analytical reasoning: The ability to analyze a problem, whether big or small, break this down from every angle to identify and propose solutions.
• Listening: The ability to listen to demonstrate being a good problem solver.
• Communication and creative thinking: The ability to communicate effectively and think creatively.
• Teamwork: The ability to work well with the team members.

Qualifications (heading) / Compétences (titre)

• At least 4-year university degree graduate
• AML and ABAC certification is a plus but not required
• At least 2-3 years' work experience gained from a financial services company with exposures to AML and/or ABAC programs
• Has done AML and/or ABAC temporary assignments or projects in any financial institutio
• Good understanding of AML and/or ABAC laws or regulations
• Familiar with insurance, asset management and/or investment or trust operations
• Good writing and communication skills
• Proactive, self-reliant and can work under pressure

Responsibilities (heading) / Responsabilités (titre)

• 1. Timely investigates AML transaction monitoring and name screening alerts through the automated AML system
• Timely investigates suspicious transactions arising from the alert investigation and/or as received through escalated cases from other business units or departments.
• Assists the AML Compliance Head or the Sun Life Philippines BUCO on specific tasks and projects as may be assigned from time to time, including ABAC matters.
• Ensures delivery of all work assignments within the internally set turn-around time and in accordance with all relevant AML and ABAC policies, operating guidelines and procedures or manuals.
• Proactively escalates / reports to AML Compliance Head or the Sun Life Philippines BUCO any AML and ABAC concerns, issues or deviations.

Job Category:

Compliance

Posting End Date:

29/09/2026