AML Consultant (International Wealth)

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA
We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.
We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.
If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.
About The Role
Main purpose of the role is to comply effectively with the rules relating to anti-money laundering, anti-fraud and anti-bribery for the organization.
Responsibilities
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Being the Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide guidance and advice to internal stakeholders over requirements associated Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing Terrorist (CFT) and Anti-Bribery Corruption (ABC);
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Establish procedures and manuals for handling various Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) activities, including enhanced due diligence, transaction monitoring;
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Provide guidance to the team meeting applicable regulatory requirements and internal AML/CFT Framework, Guidelines, Standards, Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP);
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Prepare AML/CFT/ABC related management reports to various stakeholders;
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Provide guidance and procedures to the team to maintain accurate regular review, risk assessment, trigger event review and enhanced due diligence records;
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Assess / review / advise to proposals/transactions associated with higher ML/TF risk (e.g. PEP, SDN, tax evasion, adverse findings identified via name screening or transaction monitoring activities);
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Conduct investigation / enhanced due diligence reviews on higher ML/TF risk customers or cases associated with AML/CTF/ABC risk on regular or upon ad-hoc request;
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Identify suspicious transaction with support of data analytics, early warning system reports and AML Systems, and file Suspicious Transaction Report to local Financial Intelligence Unit (STRO);
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Carry out due diligence and ongoing monitoring and reviews of Introducers;
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Support regulatory survey / risk assessment / compliance review / quality assurance activities on regular or upon ad-hoc request;
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Formulate and follow through implementation of remediation action plans to support closure of internal and external audit observations, on a timely basis;
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Carry out other ad-hoc tasks or projects, e.g. support regulatory reporting and audits
Key Requirements
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At least 5 years’ working experience in Insurance or Banking industry in a Financial Crime Compliance function
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In-depth knowledge and understanding in AML/CTF control processes and MAS requirements
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Have team lead experience in driving process change or supporting operational activities in insurers or banks
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Certifications pertaining to AML/KYC, e.g. ACAMS
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Hands-on experience in using AML System and/or data analytics tool, e.g. Nice Actimize, Excel, SQL, etc.
Believe in better with AIA.
If you work at AIA, you play an important part in this movement. Which is why we give you every opportunity to learn, grow and shape your career - your way!
Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.
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ABOUT AIA

For over a century, AIA has served the ever-changing needs of our customers across Asia-Pacific. Our Purpose to help millions of people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives is at the heart of everything we do.

As pioneering innovators, we’re now transforming AIA to be faster, simpler and more connected to create better solutions and impactful experiences for our customers and communities. AIA encourages and enables our people to act with clarity, courage and humanity in service of our Purpose.

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At AIA, we believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. Whether it’s investing better wellbeing, inspiring better learning, building better relationships, or making a better impact on customers, a career at AIA will challenge you to find new ways to pursue your ‘better’.

AIA is committed to building a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive workforce for all employees to thrive in. Join us if you believe in creating a better tomorrow!