Senior Associate, Group Due Diligence
Join JAC Recruitment for a Senior Associate role focused on financial due diligence and risk mitigation.
Responsibilities
- Involved in due diligence operations, carry out due diligence reviews for both new and existing third‑party relationships.
- Conduct background checks and screenings, including financial health, sanctions, adverse media, anti‑bribery and corruption, and data privacy risks.
- Analyse risk levels, document findings, and prepare recommendations for management.
- Ensure onboarding and periodic reviews are completed within agreed timelines.
- Involve in Risk Assessment & Escalation. Identify and elevate potential red flags or high‑risk cases to the Senior Director of Due Diligence.
- Work closely with internal teams (Legal, Compliance, Operations, Data Privacy, IT, and Business Units) to gather necessary information.
- Support the implementation of risk mitigation actions and follow up on control gaps.
- Maintain and improve due diligence policies, procedures, and checklists.
- Contribute to process enhancements, automation efforts, and data analysis to improve efficiency and risk coverage.
- Ensure proper documentation and audit trails for internal and regulatory reviews.
- Provide guidance and on‑the‑job training to junior team members to maintain consistency and quality in reviews.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.4–6 years of hands‑on experience in due diligence, compliance, AML, or risk management within the financial services industry.Solid understanding of AML / CFT regulations, sanctions, anti‑bribery and corruption.Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills with attention to detail.Employment Type
Full‑time
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Job Function
Legal
Location
Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Salary
MYR2,000.00 – MYR4,000.00
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