Senior AML Compliance Officer (KYC, Transaction Monitoring & Financial Crime)

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced AML Compliance professional to join the Compliance team in a senior capacity. This role focuses on end-to-end financial crime compliance coverage, including transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, KYC/CDD/EDD reviews, regulatory reporting, and AML advisory support to the business. Key Responsibilities Monitor AML transaction alerts and conduct investigations into potentially suspicious activities, including escalation and preparation of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) where required Review and disposition sanctions screening alerts (including sanctions, PEP, and adverse media hits) in compliance with OFAC, UN, EU, and internal policies Perform and review KYC/CDD/EDD assessments for corporate and private banking clients, including source of wealth/funds verification for higher-risk clients Support ongoing client due diligence and periodic KYC reviews to ensure compliance with MAS Notice 626 and internal standards Support FATCA and CRS data validation and reporting to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance Contribute to the development, enhancement, and optimisation of AML monitoring and screening systems Participate in Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA), including risk identification, assessment, and control evaluation Maintain and enhance AML/CFT policies and procedures in line with MAS regulations and Head Office requirements Draft, review, and update internal AML frameworks, procedures, and control documents Provide AML/CFT advisory support to business units on sanctions, onboarding requirements, and risk mitigation measures Support regulatory submissions, audits, inspections, and compliance reviews Deliver AML/CFT training and awareness sessions across business functions Monitor regulatory developments and assist in implementation of new or updated requirements Perform other duties as assigned by Head or Deputy Head of Compliance Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Law, …