Overview
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Specialist Jobs in Greater Kuala Lumpur at eLawyer Recruitment
Title: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Specialist
Company: eLawyer Recruitment
Location: Greater Kuala Lumpur
Main Purpose
This person will be the AML/KYC expert for the Asia-Pacific region. The role focuses on checking clients and matters to ensure they comply with anti-money laundering regulations and internal policies.
Main Responsibilities
- Handle KYC, CDD, EDD, and ongoing monitoring for new and existing clients
- Review client background, ownership structure, and potential AML/reputational risks
- Use screening tools and databases to conduct checks
- Escalate suspicious or high-risk matters
- Support suspicious transaction/activity reporting
- Keep AML records properly maintained for audits and regulators
- Update AML policies and procedures when regulations change
- Conduct AML training for staff
- Work closely with Partners, Compliance, Risk, Finance, and regional AML teams
- Help improve AML systems, processes, and risk assessment frameworks
Main Requirements
- Degree holder
- Min 8 years of experience in AML/compliance, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
- Strong understanding of:AML/CFT regulations
- KYC/CDD/EDD
- Sanctions screening
- Beneficial ownership checks
- Familiar with AML screening tools and onboarding systems
- Independent, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to manage stakeholders well
- Good communication and training skills
Suitable Backgrounds
This role may suit candidates from:
- AML/KYC Compliance
- Risk & Compliance
- Banking compliance
- Law firms / professional services
- Financial institutions with onboarding/KYC experience
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