- Strengthen the transaction surveillance and intelligence operating framework and procedures across the Group.
- Implement effective Transaction Monitoring processes to ensure timely and in-depth review of alerts from AML transaction monitoring system(s), escalations on suspicious AML/CFT activities from business/support units and cases arising from other relevant sources (e.g adverse news in media).
- Assist in to improve and streamline end to end compliance operational processes through automation and technology. Use technology and machine learning to build capabilities to scale.
- Prepare reports to Senior Management and Compliance Committees.
- To provide relevant and emerging AML/CFT risk issues from analysis of suspicious activity/transactions.
- Lead the roll out and ongoing management of the Transaction Monitoring Training
- Ensure proper documentation and record keeping of reviews and investigation cases in accordance to Group standards.
Which Skills & Experiences will make you successful
- Minimum 8 years of experience in AML transaction monitoring, SAR filling, Sanction Screenings, Investigations-related work.
- Good understanding of the Payments/Fintech industry
- ACAMS certified preferred but not mandatory
- Strong Interpersonal and English communication skills (both verbal and writing).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with an investigative mindset.
- Team player but also able to work independently and self-motivated.
- Attention to detail, efficiency, and ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines.
- Good hands-on experience with Advanced MS-Excel including Macros is an added advantage. Knowledge with data analytics will be an added advantage (not mandatory).
- Willingness to learn continuously and keep up to date with the Payments industry and its regulatory landscape.
- Experience to build, lead and motivate a Compliance Operations team
