Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer - Malaysia

📋 Description

• Serve as the MLRO for NIUM Malaysia.
• Own and maintain the Malaysia AML/CFT programme.
• Ensure AMLA 2001, BNM AML/CFT policy compliance.
• Act as primary liaison with Bank Negara Malaysia on AML/CFT.
• Review and approve STRs; timely submission to authorities.
• Lead AML risk assessments and ongoing customer risk reviews.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or related.
• ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent AML certification preferred.
• Minimum 12+ years in AML/CFT, Financial Crime or Regulatory Compliance.
• Prior MLRO/Deputy MLRO experience in a regulated financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of AMLA 2001, BNM AML/CFT, FATF, sanctions.
• Experience with transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, KYC/EDD, and STRs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and regulatory engagement.

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.
• Medical coverage and 24/7 employee assistance program.
• Hybrid working environment (3 days in the office).
• Role-specific training, internal workshops, and learning stipend.
• Company-wide events, team bonding activities, happy hours.
• Equal opportunity employer with global exposure.