Senior Compliance Officer

Overview TAJ MUHABATH SDN. BHD., a licensed Money Services Business (MSB) regulated by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated

Senior Compliance Officer

to join our Compliance Department. This role is critical in strengthening the Company’s compliance governance and ensuring full adherence to BNM’s AML / CFT regulatory framework, Money Services Business Act 2011, and internal risk management standards.

Location : Kuala Lumpur

Employment Type : Full-Time

Responsibilities

Propose, review, and ensure the effective implementation of internal

AML / CFT policies and procedures .

Lead and manage the implementation of the

Compliance and AML / CFT Programme , covering compliance governance, AML / CFT risk assessment, STR investigations, and training.

Ensure the Company’s full compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements issued by Bank Negara Malaysia and other relevant authorities.

Customize and update

AML / CFT mechanisms

such as Risk-Based Approach (RBA), On-Going Due Diligence (ODD), and Red Flag Parameters in line with business growth and emerging ML / TF trends.

Provide regulatory advisory to management and operational units on AML / CFT and BNM-related guidelines.

Identify and assess regulatory changes or emerging risks and disseminate updates to relevant business units proactively.

Maintain professional relationships with regulators and authorities, engaging actively on compliance reporting, audit reviews, and corrective action implementation.

Conduct continuous compliance risk assessments and recommend preventive or corrective measures.

Oversee the internal audit programme to ensure effective AML / CFT monitoring and compliance levels.

Detect irregular or suspicious activities, conduct internal analysis, and ensure timely

STR reporting to FIED (BNM) .

Implement employee competency and training programmes to ensure staff possess sufficient knowledge and skill in AML / CFT compliance.

Liaise directly with

BNM

and other regulators on compliance-related matters.

Coordinate compliance activities across departments and provide timely reports to the

CEO

and

COO .

Present regular

compliance and risk updates

to the

Board of Directors , including recommendations for mitigation and improvement.

Supervise and guide the

Assistant Compliance Officer , reviewing reports, monitoring transaction reviews, and validating training materials.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree

in

Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration , or a related discipline.

Minimum

5 years of working experience

in

Compliance, AML / CFT, or Regulatory Audit

within the

Money Services Business ,

Banking , or

Financial Services

industry.

Strong knowledge of

Money Services Business Act 2011 ,

AMLA 2001 , and

BNM Policy Documents

on AML / CFT and Fit & Proper Criteria.

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply BNM regulations effectively.

Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Meets BNM’s Fit and Proper Criteria , demonstrating integrity, competence, financial soundness, and professional reputation.

High level of confidentiality, independence, and sound judgment in compliance matters.

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