Lead AML/CFT & Sanctions Compliance

NETS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

NETS in Singapore seeks an experienced leader to support the Vice President Financial Crime Compliance in managing money laundering, terrorism financing, and sanctions risks. You will develop enterprise AML/CFT and sanctions programs, work with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, and oversee investigations and reporting.

You will review and enhance frameworks, provide advisory on due diligence and product risk, and lead testing and assurance activities across the group.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in accounting/finance or financial analysis.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in financial crime/AML.
• Experience in financial institutions with AML/compliance/risk exposure.
• Well-organized, able to work under tight deadlines and collaborate with Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist VP Financial Crime Compliance in managing AML/CFT and Sanctions risks.
• Develop and implement enterprise-wide AML/CFT programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify AML/TF and sanctions risks.
• Develop, maintain and review AML/CFT frameworks, policies and processes.
• Provide advisory on customer due diligence and product risk assessments.
• Design AML/CFT compliance testing and assurance plans.
• Conduct assurance reviews in various AML/CFT areas across groups.
• Investigate suspicious activities and lodge STRs with authorities.
• Advise business units on ML/TF and fraud-related matters.
• Liaise with government/law enforcement on information requests.
• Document and record review and investigation outcomes per Group standards.
• Contribute to strengthen AML/CFT monitoring and procedures.
• Manage monthly compliance reporting to Senior Management and Board.
• Drive adhoc compliance projects, transformation initiatives, and system implementations.

Skills

AML/CFT

Sanctions

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Risk management

Due diligence

Investigations

Documentation

Reporting

Education

Degree in accounting/finance

ACAMS certification

Job description

NETS in Singapore seeks an experienced leader to support the Vice President Financial Crime Compliance in managing money laundering, terrorism financing, and sanctions risks. You will develop enterprise AML/CFT and sanctions programs, work with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, and oversee investigations and reporting.

You will review and enhance frameworks, provide advisory on due diligence and product risk, and lead testing and assurance activities across the group.