83 Banking Compliance jobs in Malaysia

Join us to apply for the COMPLIANCE MANAGER (BANKING) role at JAC Recruitment .

This position involves developing and updating internal compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include providing advisory support to stakeholders, conducting gap analyses, implementing compliance measures, performing risk assessments, customer due diligence reviews, managing sanctions screening and AML/CFT controls, preparing reports for senior management and the Parent Bank, conducting training, and promoting a culture of compliance. The role also supports audits, inspections, and other tasks assigned by Management and the Head of Compliance.

• Degree in Business, Administrative, Banking, Accounting, or related fields
• Minimum 6-10 years of compliance experience in financial services or consultancy firms
• Professional Certification in Regulatory Compliance, AML/CFT is an advantage

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Staffing and Recruiting

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Overview

Through proprietary software and AI, Sleek makes the back-office easy for micro SMEs and helps Entrepreneurs focus on growing their business and serving customers. Sleek operates in three business segments: Corporate Secretary, Accounting & Bookkeeping, and FinTech payments. The company has offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and the UK and about 500 staff. Sleek is backed by investors and aims to be cash flow positive and tech-enabled. Sleek is a certified B Corp focused on humility, kindness, and an inclusive environment.

We are looking for a Lead Compliance Officer that is excited about the mission and outcomes described below, and that has at least 3 years of experience in Compliance.

To champion a culture of compliance and risk awareness across our global operations, using technology to ensure scalable adherence to regulatory standards while continuously improving policies, training and processes.

• Review and Approval of High-Risk Client Assessments: Review 100% of escalated high-risk client cases within 2 hours, provide constructive feedback to the compliance officer on any oversight, and present each case to the Head of Compliance for final approval within 4 hours.
• Timely Management of Screening Alerts: Ensure no name screening alerts are outstanding for more than 24 hours, and no transaction monitoring alerts remain unresolved beyond 48 hours.
• Quality Review and Reporting: Conduct quality reviews of Low/Medium/High-Risk cases, covering at least 20% of each risk category, and prepare a quarterly findings report with suggested remediations.
• Investigation Timeliness and STR Filing: Complete and/or review at least 80% of investigations within 15 calendar days, and file any required STRs within 5 calendar days of closing the investigation.
• Enhancements to on-board and ongoing monitoring: Identify and recommend key improvements in conducting client KYC, risk assessment, transaction monitoring or screening processes, to be implemented with Product and IT teams.

Minimum of 3 years experience as a Compliance Officer and likely location in Singapore. Strong behavioural fit is important, with attributes including Ownership, Humility, Structured Thinking, Clear Communication, and the ability to have tough conversations with kindness.

The interview process is expected to last no more than 3 weeks from start to finish. It may be conducted via video call or in person depending on location and role, and includes:

• Intro call: 30-minute chat with HR
• Case study: 90-minute session with Head of Compliance or CFO
• Career discussion: 60-minute chat with Head of Compliance or CFO
• Reference interviews: two short calls with current or former managers
• Offer: non-binding verbal offer followed by contract for signing

Background checks: Sleek may perform education, criminal history, political exposure, and bankruptcy/adverse credit checks. Consent is required, and adverse results may affect probation. By applying, you agree to the Data Privacy Statement for Candidates at sleek.com.

Flexible work arrangements: work from home up to 3 days per week if located in Singapore, or fully remote otherwise; option to work fully remote from anywhere in the world for 1 month each year. Competitive salaries, generous paid time off, and potential participation in an employee share ownership plan. Personal growth through responsibility, autonomy and training, with focus on AI in Sleek’s operations. Sleek is a proud B Corp with environmental initiatives and a goal to be Carbon Neutral by 2030.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

Monroe Consulting Group is partnering up with a leading fintech company, looking for a Senior Compliance Officer. You will be part of the Business Compliance team and will play a vital role in ensuring that our client's operations, framework in the jurisdictions they operate in APAC, adhere to all applicable regulatory requirements are in alignment with their various service partners compliance requirements and that the practices adhere to their internal policies.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with collating and completing the required Service Partners, Bank Partners Due Diligence/Onboarding/Risk Assessments requests, inspections & audits.
• Have a core focus on monitoring changes in the Regulatory landscape where the company operates, drafting responses to applicable regulatory consultation, identify and report on industry changes that may affect the business, as well as determining the required action to be undertaken. (including but not limited to required updates to applicable policies, and procedures)
• Assist with collating and submitting responses to regulatory, and industry draft consultation from the company's point of view.
• Prepare reports on compliance activities and present findings to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Advise, consult and assist the First line and key impacted business stakeholders with process, systems and operations developments and changes.
• Review and undertake deep dives and analysis of current processes and procedures and perform appropriate review and challenge to assist with the uplift and design of fit for purpose solutions.
• Assist the Head of Compliance with the necessary actions pertaining to Business Compliance deliverables on Company projects, priorities

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is highly desirable
• Minimum 5 years of experience with demonstrated expertise in compliance within the financial services or fintech sectors in the APAC Region, preferably with experience dealing with Australia, Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulations including but not limited to Payment Services regulations and regulatory landscape in APAC, AML/CTF and data protection laws
• Proven track record of developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with various stakeholders.
• Certification in compliance-related fields, such as CAMS, ICA, or similar, is highly desirable.

OCBC is Singapore’s longest established bank, dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. We are on a journey of transformation, leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. Our strategic ambition is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future, work in friendly, supportive teams, and grow your career.

• Assist Regulatory Compliance Officers in disseminating regulatory updates and correspondences within your division.
• Assist Regulatory Compliance Officers in promoting regulatory awareness and to identify training needs within your division.
• Notify and update Regulatory Compliance Officers of any new setup or changes in the business structure or activities impacting the regulatory compliance matrix.
• Work with Regulatory Compliance Officers in documenting and implementing regulatory compliance procedures.
• Update Regulatory Compliance Officer of any audit observations or comment sheets (e.g. by Group Audit, external auditors, regulatory authorities, etc.), including closure of the same, on regulatory compliance matters on a timely basis.
• Report all incidents of breach identified from your (1) Business Unit; (2) internal audit; (3) external audit; and (4) regulatory inspections, to the designated Regulatory Compliance Officer as and when they occur. Notwithstanding the above, significant or serious regulatory breaches are to be reported immediately.
• Coordinate the submission of Regulatory Breach Reports and promptly notify the designated Regulatory Compliance Officer on closure of, if any, remedial actions.
• Assist Regulatory Compliance Officer in co-ordinating and obtaining the Annual Compliance Certification sign-off by your Division Executive.
• Coordinate the submission of periodic Business Unit-Generic Questionnaires as part of Compliance Risk Assessment.
• Attend the quarterly Divisional Compliance Officers Regulatory Awareness Meetings.
• Maintain an effective communication channel between your division and Regulatory Compliance Unit.
• Provide support to Business Units from time to time including ABC risk assessment, ESPV, Enhanced Due Diligence, appropriateness and other internal and external requirements.
• Monitor and track regulatory compliance and breaches.

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma or Advanced/ Higher/ Graduate Diploma in any field.
• Experience/ knowledge of banking is advantageous in the following areas: operations, processes, risk, regulations, compliance etc.
• Minimum 2 years of banking experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team.
• Mature, meticulous, organized and takes initiative, drive, ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Competitive base salary.
• A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle.
• Community initiatives.
• Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities.
• Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Banking