Senior AML Risk Lead (CDD) — Data-Driven Team Leadership

OCBC (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank Singapore is seeking a seasoned AML/CFT Leader to head the CDD cluster within the Global Consumer Financial Services AML team. You will guide investigations, develop risk-based controls, and drive enhancements using AI and analytics while mentoring a high-performing CDD team.

You will collaborate with senior management, regulators, and auditors to ensure global AML standards are met and strategic AML initiatives are implemented effectively across the organisation.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of AML/CFT and financial crime investigation experience across jurisdictions.
• Proven track record in leading AML teams and driving operational excellence.
• Strong focus on risk assessment, regulatory issues, and use of AI/automation to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the AML/CFT subject matter expert for Consumer Retail Banking and provide strategic guidance on financial crime risks.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of CDD leads and analysts to ensure high performance.
• Oversee complex CDD reviews, SOW assessments, transaction reviews, and alert handling with robust risk controls.

Skills

AML/CFT

Leadership

Risk assessment

Communication

Job description

OCBC Bank Singapore is seeking a seasoned AML/CFT Leader to head the CDD cluster within the Global Consumer Financial Services AML team. You will guide investigations, develop risk-based controls, and drive enhancements using AI and analytics while mentoring a high-performing CDD team.

You will collaborate with senior management, regulators, and auditors to ensure global AML standards are met and strategic AML initiatives are implemented effectively across the organisation.