Manager - Anti Money Laundering Analyst (AML)

Manager - Anti Money Laundering Analyst (AML) page is loaded## Manager - Anti Money Laundering Analyst (AML)locations : HLT-Hong Leong Towertime type : Full timeposted on : Posted Todaytime left to apply : End Date : December 31, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id : JR

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• Overview
• The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Manager is a critical leadership role responsible for governing the Bank's regulatory exposure and data integrity as the central second-line-of-defense. Operating within Group Operations, this Manager proactively executes robust control measures, including advanced customer reviews and strategic data quality programs, to rigorously mitigate financial crime risk. The role is pivotal in providing advanced governance and meticulous upkeep of all customer profiles across the branch network.This position reports directly to the Head of AML Analyst.
• Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
• Functional (job responsibilities)
• Lead the systematic execution of ongoing customer profile reviews and ensure the mandatory, timely updates of critical information necessary for accurate Customer Risk Rating (CRR) assessments and recalibrations.
• Function as the designated second-level checker and final approver for all maintenance activities on new and existing customer profiles, enforcing the Bank's superior data quality standards.
• Spearhead and manage comprehensive data hygiene, normalization, and remediation activities across the entire customer database to proactively eliminate inconsistencies.
• Act as the primary AML liaison with branch staff and diverse internal departments, driving compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements related to data governance.
• Own the timely preparation and completion of high-quality Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) documentation for all identified High-Risk Customers (HRC).
• Ensure the prompt and evidence-based internal escalation and submission of Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) to Group Compliance when required by policy or regulation.
• Maintain a precise, auditable register of all reported incidents, alerts, and investigations pertaining to AML / CTF, ensuring compliance records are robust.
• Contribute specialized subject matter expertise to strategic project assignments, particularly focusing on the successful implementation of new AML systems, regulatory mandates, and process optimization initiatives.
• Jobholder Requirements
• Malaysian citizen.
• Education / Qualification
• Diploma, Advanced / Higher / Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative or relevant field such as Finance, Accountancy, Banking, Actuarial Science, or equivalent.
• Experience / Requirements
• A minimum of 4 – 6 years of demonstrated experience within a Financial Institution, with a proven track record in AML / CTF operations and compliance.
• Possessing knowledge of consumer banking products and the governing regulations that shape the business is a significant advantage.
• Exhibit a strong blend of business acumen and exceptional analytical skills, with the proven ability to be self-sufficient and deliver high-quality results under minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated strength in people, team leadership, and cross-functional stakeholder management to successfully drive compliance objectives.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex regulatory concepts clearly to diverse organizational levels.
• Willingness to work in Damansara City, Kuala Lumpur.
• About Hong Leong Bank
• We are a leading financial institution in Malaysia backed by a century of entrepreneurial heritage. Providing comprehensive financial services guided by a Digital-at-the-Core ethos has earned us industry recognition and accolades for our innovative approach in making banking simpler and more effortless for our customers. Our digital and physical offerings span across a vast nationwide network in Malaysia, strengthened with an expanding regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China.
• We seek to strike a balance between diversity, inclusion and merit to achieve our mission of infusing diversity in thinking and skillsets into our organisation. Candidates are assessed based on merit and potential, in line with our mission to attract and recruit the best talent available. Expanding on our “Digital at the Core” ethos, we are progressively digitising the employee journey and experience to provide a strong foundation for our people to drive life-long learning, achieve their career aspirations and grow talent from within our organisation.
• Realise your full potential at Hong Leong Bank by applying now.
• Hong Leong Bank (“HLB”) stands proudly as a leading financial services institution based in Malaysia, providing a wide range of comprehensive and innovative financial solutions across the region. These services are delivered through both digital and traditional means, via online and mobile banking, as well as our digital branch concept to provide customers with an efficient and seamless experience aided by technology.As the service and financial landscape changes rapidly with the ever-increasing use of technology, staying attuned to customers needs and desires becomes even more critical to HLB’s operations. To stay ahead of these dynamic changes, the Bank has adopted the approach of reimagining banking by embedding digital considerations and customer centricity in every aspect of our operations, from products and services as well as customer care and engagement.HLB’s ethos of being Digital-At-The-Core powered by customers-at-the-forefront will continue to lead us to innovate offerings in line with our aspiration of being a highly digital and innovative financial services organization.

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