Lead investigations into AML alerts by liaising with branches, business units, and operations teams to gather relevant information.
Assess and recommend closure of alerts with proper audit trail and documented justification, or escalate cases for Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) review where necessary.
Ensure all investigations are conducted in accordance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Maintain high standards of documentation and compliance to support audit readiness and regulatory inspections.
Assist the Head of Group AML/CFT in handling ad-hoc matters related to AML/CFT, including special projects, regulatory queries, and internal reviews.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the transaction monitoring framework, including system enhancements, process optimization, and staff training.