Anti Money Laundering (AML), Associate to Assistant Manager

KPMG Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in professional services is looking for an Anti Money Laundering (AML) Associate to Assistant Manager to assist with various projects relating to AML regulations. The successful candidate will work on customer due diligence and risk assessments, and contribute to the growth of the AML service line, requiring a sound understanding of AML regulations and strong communication skills. The role offers opportunities within a diverse workplace committed to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience for Associate, 2 years for Senior Associate, 4 years for Assistant Manager in AML.
• Experience in source of wealth corroboration is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in AML projects including customer due diligence and risk assessments.
• Participate in efforts to grow AML service line with senior management.
• Work on projects such as fraud investigation and market misconduct reviews.

Skills

Understanding of AML regulations

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to review documents in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional qualifications in AML or Fraud Examination

Job description

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Anti Money Laundering (AML), Associate to Assistant Manager

Work Type: Permanent

Start Date for Applications: 5 Jul 2025

Closing Date for Applications:

KPMG in Singapore is part of a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories with more than 273,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients.

Job Description

The role involves:

• Assists primarily in AML projects which can range from, assisting in customer due diligence remediation and backlog reviews for transaction monitoring and screening alerts, assessing AML frameworks and systems, performing Enterprise Wide Risk Assessments and designing AML frameworks. As part of the delivery of the projects, the individual may need to perform sample testing, assist in the preparation of deliverables to clients.
• Participates in effort to grow the AML service line together with Senior Management. Activities can include drafting proposals, thought leadership etc.
• Works in other projects unrelated to AML such as fraud investigation and market misconduct reviews.

The candidate should possess:

• Basic understanding of AML regulations in Singapore.
• Minimum 1 year of experience for Associate, 2 years & above for Senior Associate, 4 years & above for Assistant Manager in AML Projects, Fraud Investigation, Audit, Anti-Bribery and Corruption and Market Misconduct. Individuals who have experience in source of wealth corroboration for wealth management segment will have an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree holder preferably.
• Professional qualifications such as Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners or ISCA Financial Forensic Professional a bonus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Ability to review documents in Mandarin is an advantage, as the role involves handling materials written in Mandarin.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

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At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.