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- Posted 28 July 2025
- SalaryUp to RM18000 per month
- LocationKuala Lumpur
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineBanking & Financial Services
- Reference283835_1753706697
Compliance Advisory (2 LOD)- Financial Crime
Job description
- Be part of a respected global brand
- Exposure to regional and group-level compliance strategy
- Empowerment to lead change and strengthen financial integrity
- Collaborative and inclusive team culture
- WFH flexibilities
What You'll Be Doing:
As the Compliance Advisory Expert in Financial Crime, you'll lead a dedicated team in driving an ethics-based culture while tackling moderately complex financial crime risks across the business. You'll be the go-to expert in ensuring robust AML, CFT, and sanctions compliance through strategic guidance, risk assessments, and hands-on advisory.
Your role will include:
✅ Leading financial crime compliance efforts and aligning strategies with evolving legal and regulatory frameworks
✅ Driving awareness through impactful training and reporting on ethics and compliance metrics
✅ Investigating AML alerts, managing escalations, and responding to adverse media cases
✅ Collaborating with operational teams to embed compliance controls into day-to-day processes
✅ Conducting institutional risk assessments and ensuring timely remediation
✅ Reporting to senior leadership and Group Compliance Committees with actionable insights
✅ Ensuring quality assurance and audit readiness across business functions
What We're Looking For:
✔ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business, or Accounting
✔ At least 10 years of experience in compliance, financial crime, or regulatory roles within banking or financial services
✔ Deep knowledge of AML, CFT, and sanctions laws and best practices
To apply, please click "APPLY NOW" or email Keshveeni at keshveeni@ambition.com.my.
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