Senior Analyst, Anti Money Laundering

JOB SUMMARY : Perform AML and Sanctions alert screening, fact-finding, investigation, and escalation of suspicious activities in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies. Lead assigned AML-related projects, including post-screening initiatives, process migration, insourcing activities, UAT support, and implementation of process enhancements. Analyze operational trends, identify productivity and quality improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions to management. Prepare management reports, perform reconciliations, support audit/compliance reviews, and ensure timely resolution of operational issues. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Risk & Compliance To exercise sound judgement and observe the highest degree of confidentiality and quality when screening transactions with compliance to applicable regime regulations i.e. OFAC, UNSC, local laws and regulations. Timely escalation and reporting of potential/actual breaches to the respective departments and branches. Operations & Controls To perform end to end daily transaction screening by complying to internal controls/policies to ensure any AML / Sanctions potential breaches are arrest or mitigated. Provides day to day support and advice in the department for transactional activities. Ensure all defects are reported, complaints tracked with preventive and corrective action implemented. Work closely with other respective operations team to resolve any exceptions or queries.Proactively share new ideas and concepts to improve operations process. Qualification : Good understanding of Banking Business. Good knowledge in Back Office Operation particularly transaction screening or payment screening. Basic PC skills (Excel, Word, Power Point). 3 to 5 years experiences in Banking and Finance. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Excellent ability with data/ numerical analysis (such as productivity report). Good inter-personal and communication skills. Good judgement skills.