VP/AVP Transaction Monitoring Investigation Officer

QONTEL SEARCH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore seeks a motivated AML Transaction Monitoring professional to lead a team. This role involves overseeing investigations, compliance with AML laws, and strategic guidance. Candidates should have a strong background in financial compliance and at least 6 years of experience in AML within Private or Corporate Banking. Competitive compensation and confidentiality in application assured.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in transaction monitoring and compliance within Private Banking or Corporate Institutional Banking.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore's AML / CFT laws and regulations.
• At least 6 years' experience in AML and relevant financial products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team for transaction monitoring.
• Oversee complex case investigations and provide strategic guidance.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects, risk assessments, and audit engagements.

Skills

Front Office

Due Diligence

Regulatory Compliance

Private Banking

Surveillance

Compliance

Banking

AML

Regulatory Requirements

Audit

Education

Recognised university degree

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are supporting our clients, a distinguished institution within Singapore’s financial sector, in identifying a highly motivated AML Transaction Monitoring professional to join their established team.

In this team‑lead position, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate substantial experience in financial crime investigations and post‑transaction monitoring surveillance, including the review and escalation of suspicious activities and transactions. The role entails leading and developing a team, overseeing complex case investigations and providing strategic guidance to advance departmental objectives. The incumbent will also contribute to ad‑hoc projects, risk assessments, and audit or regulatory engagements.

Qualifications

Applications should possess a strong track record in transaction monitoring and compliance within the Private Banking or Corporate Institutional Banking. Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore’s AML / CFT laws and regulations, as well as a robust understanding of the Compliance framework, is essential. Candidates should also demonstrate effective collaboration with Front Office stakeholders, hold a recognised university degree, and have at least 6 years’ experience in AML and relevant financial products.

If this opportunity piques your interest, please get in touch with [e-mail] and your candidacy will be treated with utmost confidentiality.

Licence number: EA22S0952

Key Skills

• Front Office
• Due Diligence
• Regulatory Compliance
• Private Banking
• Surveillance
• Compliance
• Banking
• AML
• Regulatory Requirements
• Audit