Manager - Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Nexus Recruitment Group; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Recruitment Group seeks an AML Manager to lead anti-money laundering and financial crime advisory engagements across sectors. This role oversees compliance assessments, framework design, remediation projects and regulatory response support for clients facing complex AML/CTF environments.

The ideal candidate has deep AML regulatory knowledge, strong client management skills, and the ability to lead teams delivering high-quality compliance solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Accountancy, Finance, Business or related field.
• CAMS, ICA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 8–10 years of AML/CTF experience, with at least 23 years in a managerial capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end AML and financial crime engagements, including risk assessments, compliance reviews, gap analyses, and system evaluations.
• Design, enhance or assess AML/CTF frameworks, including policies, monitoring and due diligence programs.
• Advise clients on regulatory expectations, enforcement trends, and best practices in AML/CTF and financial crime risk.
• Prepare reports, risk matrices and remediation plans with quality and regulatory alignment.
• Manage client relationships and maintain timely, accurate communication throughout engagements.
• Collaborate with legal, technology and audit teams to deliver integrated risk solutions.
• Mentor junior staff, providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and emerging financial crime trends.

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Client management

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Accountancy/Finance/Business

CAMS/ICA or equivalent certification

Tools

Transaction monitoring systems

Risk rating models

Data remediation

Job description

About the job Manager - Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced AML Manager to lead anti-money laundering and financial crime advisory engagements across multiple sectors. This role is responsible for overseeing compliance assessments, framework design, remediation projects, and regulatory response support for clients navigating increasingly complex AML/CTF environments.

The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of AML regulations and industry practices, combined with strong client management skills and the ability to lead teams in delivering high-quality compliance solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end AML and financial crime engagements, including risk assessments, compliance reviews, gap analyses, and system evaluations.
• Design, enhance, or assess AML/CTF frameworks, including policies, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and customer due diligence programs.
• Advise clients on regulatory expectations, enforcement trends, and industry best practices in AML/CTF and financial crime risk management.
• Oversee the preparation of reports, risk matrices, and remediation plans, ensuring quality, clarity, and regulatory alignment.
• Manage client relationships and ensure timely, accurate, and effective communication throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., legal, technology, audit) to provide integrated risk solutions.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and emerging trends related to financial crime and advise clients accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Law, Accountancy, Finance, Business, or a related field; CAMS, ICA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in AML/CTF compliance, financial crime consulting, or regulatory roles, with at least 23 years in a managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations (e.g., AMLA, BSP, SEC rules, FATF recommendations) and industry standards.
• Proven experience leading AML projects or compliance transformation programs.
• Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems, risk rating models, and data remediation is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, project management, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality delivery standards.