Senior AML Advisory Lead — Risk & Compliance

OCBC (Singapore); Singapore; Sur place; SGD 180 000 - 280 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

OCBC Bank Singapore is seeking a Vice President to lead the AML Advisory team, guiding business units on AML policies, controls, and regulatory requirements. You will embed robust AML practices across processes and collaborate with the 2LoD and internal functions.

You will monitor regulatory changes, develop policy updates and training, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement to strengthen compliance and risk management across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), or related regulatory compliance roles within financial services or banking.
• Proven experience in providing AML advisory and compliance support to business units, ideally within a large, complex financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of global AML regulations, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices.
• Experience working closely with Second Line of Defense (2LoD) functions, internal audit, legal, and regulators.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical controls and business processes.
• Track record of leading or supporting teams in delivering AML advisory, risk assessments, policy development, and training initiatives.
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships at senior levels across business units and control functions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives in compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop team members.

Responsabilités

• Support the Head of AML Advisory in leading the team delivering AML guidance to Business Units.
• Collaborate with the Second Line of Defense (2LoD) to interpret AML regulations and provide practical guidance that ensures compliance and effective risk management.
• Partner closely with Business Units to design and embed AML controls into operational processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and organisational risk appetite.
• Monitor and analyse changes in AML laws and regulations, assess their impact on the organisation, and assist in communicating updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development, review, and enhancement of AML policies, procedures, and training materials to maintain a robust compliance framework.
• Facilitate AML risk assessments and support the identification and mitigation of AML‑related risks.
• Liaise with internal audit, legal, and regulatory bodies during AML‑related reviews and examinations, ensuring timely and effective responses.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the AML framework to strengthen the compliance culture and operational effectiveness.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high‑performing advisory function aligned with evolving regulatory requirements.
• Act as a key point of escalation and decision‑making in the absence of the Head, ensuring continuity of leadership and delivery of outcomes.

Connaissances

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field

Description du poste

OCBC Bank Singapore is seeking a Vice President to lead the AML Advisory team, guiding business units on AML policies, controls, and regulatory requirements. You will embed robust AML practices across processes and collaborate with the 2LoD and internal functions.

You will monitor regulatory changes, develop policy updates and training, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement to strengthen compliance and risk management across the organisation.