315 Compliance Officer jobs in Kuala Lumpur

We're hiring Join our team as a Legal & Compliance Officer, based in our Kuala Lumpur office. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from the office.

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What The Day Will Look Like

• Drafting and reviewing contracts with clients, vendors, insurers, third parties, and ad-hoc support for the Asia Regional Client Contracting team on escalations requiring legal support.
• Assisting the local client contracts champion by acting as a point of escalation for legal and regulatory queries.
• Supporting the business in responding to client RFPs from a legal perspective.
• Engaging in contract negotiations, including those with multi-jurisdictional elements.
• Providing legal and compliance input for strategic business projects.
• Advising on employment law matters.
• Supporting litigation matters.
• Acting as the liaison officer for Aon Malaysia with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Advising on local regulations, preparing and filing notifications/approvals with regulators, and supporting investigations.
• Guiding the business on the application of Aon's compliance policies and procedures at local, Asia, and global levels.
• Drafting, reviewing, and revising local compliance protocols as needed.
• Preparing and delivering training on legal and compliance topics.
• Supporting the compliance review and approval process, including entertainment requests, AML, and third-party arrangements.
• Preparing and reviewing monthly local compliance listings and summaries for board meetings.
• Managing engagement and costs of external legal counsel.
• Serving as Aon Malaysia's Data Privacy Officer and providing support to the Regional DP lead on privacy law matters as required.

Skills And Experience That Will Lead To Success

• Qualified Malaysian lawyer.
• Over 8 years of legal and compliance experience post-qualification.
• At least 3 years practicing in a law firm.
• Experience in the insurance/financial services industry is preferred.
• Generalist capable of managing legal and compliance projects, with emphasis on corporate/commercial tasks including commercial contracts, advising on new business initiatives, and implementing and managing compliance programs.
• Ability to work as part of a regional team, fostering teamwork and cultivating relationships, as well as independently taking initiative when required.
• Conscientiousness and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and responsible.
• Adaptable and quick learning ability.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Language skills: excellent command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.

How We Support Our Colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

• To establish and ensure the Business Division comply with relevant laws, rules, regulations and guidelines on the fund management industry by conducting Compliance Reviews;
• To provide advice, guidance, support and implement compliance solution to Business Divisions to ensure effective implementation of the compliance objective/culture;
• Conduct assigned Compliance Reviews in accordance with the Annual Work Plan;
• Manage and provide guidance/knowledge to team members in the areas of their assignment/review;
• Perform review on Investment and Operations areas such as reviewing asset allocation and investment restrictions, checking and clearing breaches in Violation Manager, sending e-mail to fund managers to seek clarification on the breaches and subsequently, incorporating in monthly Compliance Report to the Board of Directors (“BOD”), reviewing regulatory submission to the SC via ComRep (XBRL) on monthly, half yearly and annual basis and also, other regulatory body, reviewing the policies and procedures manuals of the company in line with changes in the laws, regulations, guidelines and industry developments, preparing ad-hoc reports/papers from Compliance to the BOD, Investment Committee, Management Committee, such as status update of Compliance Annual Work Plan, Compliance Risk Assessment, and others;
• Coordinate with relevant business units and compilation of information for regulatory visits, trustee visits, audits conducted by Employees Provident Fund (“EPF”)’s auditor, statutory laws and Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia (“FIMM”)’s requests;
• Dissemination of information such as new or revised guidelines, laws, rules and regulations, and industry or market updates to the management and relevant employees of the company;
• Any other responsibilities/assignments as assigned by the Head of Compliance, Asset Management from time to time.

Location: Remote

Salary: €30,000 – €8,000 per annum

Our client is a premier, high-growth international Forex brokerage with a rapidly expanding global presence. Committed to transparency, regulatory excellence, and superior client service, they are seeking a skilled Compliance Officer to strengthen their compliance and AML functions across multiple jurisdictions.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented compliance professional with solid financial services experience and the ability to navigate both high-tier EU and offshore regulatory frameworks.

*Description *

As a Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to AML/CFT regulations, overseeing client onboarding and KYC processes, and conducting transaction reviews. You will play a vital role in monitoring regulatory changes, supporting internal training, and maintaining effective compliance frameworks across the business.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of AML practices, experience with automated KYC systems, and a proactive approach to risk management.

*Responsibilities *

• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable AML/CFT and regulatory frameworks
• Conduct client onboarding, KYC, EDD, and periodic reviews
• Review and investigate suspicious activity, escalating cases where required
• Maintain accurate records of compliance checks and reporting obligations
• Oversee daily transaction monitoring to identify unusual activity
• Work with automated KYC tools to streamline compliance processes
• Provide compliance advice to internal stakeholders across departments
• Support regulatory audits and liaise with relevant authorities

*Requirements *

• 3–5 years of compliance experience in financial services, ideally FX/CFD
• Knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks, KYC/EDD, and suspicious activity reporting
• Experience with automated KYC and AML monitoring tools
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions (FSC, CySEC, or similar)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate compliance requirements clearly across teams

*Nice to Have *

• Exposure to both EU high-tier and offshore low-tier regulatory environments
• Knowledge of crypto or virtual asset compliance practices
• Professional compliance certification (e.g., ACAMS)
• Experience liaising with regulators and external auditors

*Benefits *

• Competitive salary of €3 00 – €4 00 per annum
• Fully remote position with international exposure
• Opportunity to contribute to the compliance framework of a growing brokerage
• Collaborative and professional working culture
• Career growth in global regulatory compliance

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to play a key role in safeguarding the operations of a dynamic international brokerage.

Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and ensure the company's adherence to regulatory requirements from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), Bursa Malaysia, FIMM, and other relevant authorities.
• Review, implement, and update internal policies, procedures, and controls to meet compliance and risk management standards.
• Identify, assess, monitor, and report risks across all business units, maintaining the company's risk register and ensuring mitigation measures are in place.
• Conduct compliance and risk assessments, perform analysis and scenario testing, and prepare regular reports for senior management, the Board, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage timely submission of regulatory returns, filings, and documentation.
• Monitor regulatory and market developments, evaluating potential implications for the business and recommending appropriate actions.
• Support regulatory inspections, internal audits, external reviews, and respond to inquiries from regulators or auditors.
• Advise departments on compliance, risk-related issues, and changes in applicable laws or guidelines.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness across the organisation through training, awareness sessions, and communication initiatives.
• Monitor company and employee activities to detect and prevent potential breaches or risk incidents.

Requirements:

• Degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in compliance and/or risk management within the financial services or capital market industry.
• Strong understanding of capital market rules, regulations, and industry practices.
• Experience or knowledge in remittance operations and electronic money issuer (EMI) regulatory requirements will be a strong advantage.
• Good command of written and spoken English; proficiency in Mandarin will be an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Independent and detail-oriented.

Applicants are invited to apply through online a comprehensive resume with the following details:

(1) Qualifications

(2) Skills

(3) Working Experience

(4) Expected Salary

Kindly attached a copy of your academic transcripts and certifications together with your resume

Interested applicants are invited to apply online with a comprehensive resume, via the button of Apply Now.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Note: Job responsibilities / requirements are representative and are not intended to be a detailed list. Other tasks/abilities may be required of the incumbent, relative to the specific assignment.

What you'll be working on:

• Conduct daily customer identity verification (KYC) reviews and maintain accurate, complete, and compliant client records
• Perform Anti-Money Laundering (AML) due diligence and risk assessments to ensure lawful and compliant transactions
• Monitor customer transactions to identify and report suspicious activities; assist in preparing SMR
• Continuously update and maintain customer risk rating systems
• Assist in implementing and improving compliance policies and procedures in line with ASIC and other relevant regulatory requirements
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of compliance issues
• Support the preparation of regulatory reports and audit documentation
• Participate in compliance training to strengthen the team's awareness and professional capabilities

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Law, Finance, Risk Management or related fields
• Relevant experience within the Australian financial services industry, especially familiarity with ASIC regulatory requirements, is preferred
• Hands-on experience with KYC, AML, and transaction monitoring processes
• Detail-oriented with strong risk awareness and compliance mindset
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, able to foster effective cross-department collaboration
• Ability to work under pressure with a sense of responsibility
• Willingness to continuously learn about Australian financial regulations and compliance trends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant compliance or AML certifications (e.g., CAMS)
• Experience using AML software and compliance management systems

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Compliance Officer to join an award winning fintech organisation to help build a world class AML/CFT program that would support our growth plans in the APAC region. We are looking for an individual with a solid understanding of e-commerce, processing, acquiring business and risks pertaining to these areas.

In this role, you will be a member of an experienced compliance team that partners with internal teams to develop, implement and execute processes on customers due diligence, KYC, and AML/CFT screening and monitoring. We will also provide you with mentorship and networking opportunities with Senior Management that will broaden your horizons and sharpen your innovative edge.

Job Scope:

• Develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Aleta Planet's regulator in Singapore including, but not limited to MAS's Payment Services Act and Supervisory Framework and Regulatory Framework requirements.
• Customer Due Diligence and Know Your Customer: Identify and verify customer identities, screen and assess related parties, ownership structures, adverse news searches at the onboarding stage and on a continuing basis
• Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism: Ensure that AML risk assessment for new customers before on-boarding are correctly performed and documented properly, conducting transaction monitoring
• Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment: Involve in developing and implementing a framework to assess our inherent risks and control measures
• Support internal and external audits and compliance with our regulators and banking partners for any Singapore related matters
• Assist with other aspects of the business and special projects

Requirements to succeed

• Diploma / Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional certification, and/or 1-3 years of relevant work experience in Compliance in a bank or other MAS-regulated financial institution, KYC review/ AML transaction monitoring experience will be a bonus.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with compliance management and screening software, e.g. World Check, etc.
• Expertise and familiarity with MS Office, especially Excel.
• Independent and willing learner, driven, and looking to work in a start-up environment.
• Collaborative and personable team player.

E-Globex Sdn Bhd started operating as a licensed Money Changer and was incorporated on 22 January 2008. Through years of hard work and dedication, we have accumulated industry specific experiences especially in Money Services Business (MSB) while contributing to society and the growth of our company.

We are expanding and we are looking for people to GROW WITH US

*Only complete and updated resumes will be considered. Candidates who simply apply without any strong interest in the position will be blacklisted.

Job Description:

• To ensure the company is in compliance with all the regulatory requirements
• To ensure all staff are in compliance with the company policies & procedures
• To develop and maintain company policies & procedures
• To develop and maintain Customer Due Diligence (CDD) files and other documentation of reviews
• Establish and maintain close working relationship with all operation units and good communication with staff from all levels of the company
• Provide regular staff training on ML/TF or operational risk related matters
• Perform on-going monitoring on day-to-day
• business activities/transactions and provide resolutions on identified risks
• Perform analysis on customers, transactions and other business activities for risk identification and mitigation
• Prepare periodic compliance report to The Board
• Any other ad-hoc compliance/risk management tasks assigned from time to time

*Job Requirements*

• Candidate must possess at least a diploma or degree in law/business/finance or equivalent.
• No working experience required. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Good command of English, able to communicate and write in English.
• Possess good analytical skill, good time management, able to learn fast and work independently.
• Able to work well in a team environment and contribute ideas.
• Detailed oriented and organized. Able to work weekend.
• Having a good command of different language is an advantage.

IMPORTANT:

• 5 to 5.5 working days arrangement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM2, RM3,500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kuala Lumpur: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and ensure the company's adherence to regulatory requirements from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), Bursa Malaysia, FIMM, and other relevant authorities.
• Review, implement, and update internal policies, procedures, and controls to meet compliance and risk management standards.
• Identify, assess, monitor, and report risks across all business units, maintaining the company's risk register and ensuring mitigation measures are in place.
• Conduct compliance and risk assessments, perform analysis and scenario testing, and prepare regular reports for senior management, the Board, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage timely submission of regulatory returns, filings, and documentation.
• Monitor regulatory and market developments, evaluating potential implications for the business and recommending appropriate actions.
• Support regulatory inspections, internal audits, external reviews, and respond to inquiries from regulators or auditors.
• Advise departments on compliance, risk-related issues, and changes in applicable laws or guidelines.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness across the organisation through training, awareness sessions, and communication initiatives.
• Monitor company and employee activities to detect and prevent potential breaches or risk incidents.

Requirements:

• Degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in compliance and/or risk management within the financial services or capital market industry.
• Strong understanding of capital market rules, regulations, and industry practices.
• Experience or knowledge in remittance operations and electronic money issuer (EMI) regulatory requirements will be a strong advantage.
• Good command of written and spoken English; proficiency in Mandarin will be an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Independent and detail-oriented.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Note: Job responsibilities/requirements are representative and are not intended to be a detailed list. Other tasks/abilities may be required of the incumbent, relative to the specific assignment.

Experience Level

Entry level (i.e. Exec, Snr. Exec)

Education Level

Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma,

Bachelor's Degree

Language

English

Skillset

Interpersonal, Communication And Presentation Skills

Fun

Game room with PS4, FIFA19 and Foosball at all time.

Snacks & Beverages

Vending machines with various snacks and coffee for you to choose from.

Yearly activities

Movie Day, Outdoor activities, Celebration during festive seasons and many more

Remuneration package

Competitive Salary (way above market rate if you have the right potential)

Coverage

Insurance and medical coverage.

Allowances

Monthly sports allowance, Yearly department gathering and welcome dinner for new staff.

iFAST Corporation is a global digital banking and wealth management platform headquartered in Singapore, providing a comprehensive range of investment products and services to financial advisory firms, financial institutions, banks, internet companies, multinational companies, as well as retail and high net worth investors in Asia. The Group offers access to over 17,000 investment products including funds, bonds and Singapore Government Securities (SGS), stocks, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), insurance products, and services including online discretionary portfolio management services (DPMS), research and investment seminars, financial technology (fintech) solutions, banking, pension administration, investment administration and transactions services. The company is also present in Hong Kong, Malaysia, China and UK.

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