AML Team Lead (Transaction Monitoring and Name Screening)

The Edge Partnership

Malaysia

8-10 Years

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Posted 3 months ago

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented AML Team Lead (Transaction Monitoring & Name Screening) to join our digital banking compliance team. You will lead a team of AML analysts and be responsible for overseeing day-to-day monitoring of transactions and name screening alerts to detect and prevent money laundering, terrorism financing, and other financial crimes. The ideal candidate has deep domain knowledge in AML/CFT controls, strong leadership experience, and a proven track record in digital or fintech environments.

Please contact Nabila Huda and email your CV directly in word format with Job ID: 15143 to

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days, we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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Key responsibilities

Monitor and analyse banking transactions and customer activities with bank systems. Identify suspicious patterns, unusual behavior, and high-risk activities that may indicate money laundering, fraud, or other illicit activities. Review and document findings, including detailed analysis with supporting evidence.
Lead and provide guidance within the TM and Name Screening Teams, providing strategic direction and expert guidance, acting as the key liaison officer to Singapore AML Team and MLRO.
Oversight of day-to-day TM and Name Screening alerts/matters and monitor aging status of TM alerts. Vigilantly monitoring Team's timelines to ensure prompt and accurate alert reviews by the teams.
Conduct investigations on identified suspicious transactions or activities.
Prepare and present insightful Management Information System (MIS) reports for internal and/or regulatory related reporting.
Enhance and optimize the design and management of transaction monitoring rules and processes, tailored to meet the needs of our evolving and diverse client base.
Stay abreast of the latest regulatory developments in AML and ensure our processes align with industry-leading practices and regulatory guidelines.
Foster a collaborative approach within AML Team and other departments within the Bank.
Support Singapore AML Team in the execution of ad-hoc key AML/ CFT matters where required.

Role requirements

Diploma/ degree holder with minimum 8 years experience in Transaction Monitoring and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering Terrorism Financing (CFT) in a digital and/or SME/Corporate banking environment. Additional certifications in anti-money laundering (AML) will be advantageous.
Minimum 2 years of Team lead or managerial experience.
Fluent in Mandarin (spoken and written) - mandatory
Proficiency in the Singapore AML/CFT regulations and guidelines
Good communication skills, proficiency in English and Chinese (verbal and written means)
Ability to organise and prioritize workload, support and motivate the team in delivering all commitments on time
An accountable team player with collaborative spirit, ability to build rapport with internal stakeholders and customers
Entrepreneurial mindset - overcome challenges with creative thinking and innovative solutions