Senior Specialist, FCSO TM Case Investigations
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Key responsibilities
Where required, to investigate risk events / cases :
- Escalated by Financial Crime Surveillance Operations - AA teams (arising from Transaction Monitoring, Trade AML & or Name Screening);
- Other escalations as per procedures / DOI; and
- Any other matter as deemed required for further review by Team Leads / Country Head of FCSO
For identifying suspicious transactions / activities, in compliance with Group policy and procedures, laws and regulations in Singapore on AML / CFT.
To support all control checks undertaken by FCSO under the Operational Risk Framework (ORF). This includes :
Collate, analyse and interpret data in reports to senior management and relevant governance / risk committees.Analyse and interpret data to produce reports that help the bank identify and manage emerging areas of risk / vulnerability and thus drive remediation action within the FCSO function.To provide assistance in the RFIs in relations to :
Internal / External Audit2nd Level AssuranceTo support in the updates and execution of (non-exhaustive) :
Desktop Operating InstructionsCountry VariationProcess Notes and GuidancesGap AnalysisCapacity AssessmentTo support Singapore Country Head / Lead of FCSO as part of the Singapore Financial Crime Surveillance Operations (FCSO) Team, including but not limited to :
Monitoring relevant metrics and lead requisite actions to intervene, where required;Establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with relevant stakeholders including but not limited to Business Units, FCC and similar;Securing credible audit / review outcome for the unit;Ensuring timely reporting and escalation of significant risk issues to management; andSupporting initiatives to enhance relevant work processes for both effectiveness and efficiency purpose.Strategic & Process responsibilities
StrategyInput to Country operating model design of relevant FC Framework and business processes.
Ensure adequate support (people, processes, tools, frameworks, systems) in the Country for necessary Surveillance Operations.Implement the vision, strategy, and direction for the Country FC, consistent with the vision and strategy for FCSO and in support of the Group’s strategic direction and growth aspirations.BusinessAnalyse comprehensive impact of financial crime related regulatory / law enforcement matters on the relevant business area and operations.
Support relevant stakeholders to make decisions based on current and possible future policies, practices, and trends.ProcessesEnsure the ACT Investigations functions is executed in accordance with Group and Country standards as defined by Group and Country RFO.
Act as Process Owner for FCSO-owned (sub-) processes under the Group’s Risk Management Framework, including implementation and roll-out of relevant processes and DOIs.Providing governance and oversight over the implementation of FCSO Controls-related policies and procedures in Country to ensure compliance with such policies and procedures.People & TalentPromote and embed a culture of openness, trust and risk awareness, where ethical, legal, regulatory and policy compliant conduct is the norm.
Stimulate an environment where forward planning, prioritisation, deadline management and streamlined workflows and collaborative, inclusive yet effective and efficient work practices are the norm.Collaborate with training teams to input to training curriculum to support closing of capability gaps.Risk ManagementUnderstand technical aspects of systems relevant to CDD, Client Risk Assessments, Name and Transaction Screening, AML Monitoring and Case Management.
Assess risks arising from products / segments / geographies / customers / transactions.Ensure that significant investigations are concluded internally and externally where relevant (including cross-border).GovernanceSupport all control checks undertaken by FCSO under the Operational Risk Framework (ORF).
Regulatory & Business ConductDisplay exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct.
Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank.Effectively and collaboratively identify, elevate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.Key stakeholders
RegulatorsLocal Financial Intelligence Unit and Law Enforcement AgenciesCountry CEOCountry CTOOCountry OperationsCountry FCCCFCCCountry AuditCountry LegalRegional and Group FCCRegional and Group FCSOPeers in other banks / industryOther responsibilities
Embed Here for good and Group’s brand and values in Singapore FCSO , InvestigationsPerform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures; Multiple functions (double hats)Compliance Policies and StandardsCompliance AdvisorySurveillance (including Screening and Monitoring)InvestigationsCompliance Risk AssessmentQualifications
University graduate; Compliance professional experience with specific focus on FCC (AML / CFT, Sanctions and ABC), particularly in case investigation.Professional certification such as ACAMS and ICA Diploma is preferred but not a must.Be well-versed in the understanding of the MAS Notice 626, and other guidance / circulars.Regulatory engagement with local regulators.Good judgment enabling the provision of sound advice in difficult areas of regulation and practice and the proactive management of compliance and regulatory risk.Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and multi-cultural awareness and sensitivity.Sound judgement on business practices, regulatory relationship management and reputational risk.Be able to operate independently and demonstrate robustness in ethics and resilience.Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English and Chinese.Competencies
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