AVP, Financial Crime Compliance Investigation

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

 Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

 We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

The job holder will report directly to the Team Lead of Financial Crime Compliance Investigation. This role is responsible for conducting thorough investigations into cases escalated from various business units, identifying potential Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) risks, and managing the preparation and submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to relevant authorities.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be meticulous and thorough in your investigations. You will need to analyze complex data, identify patterns and anomalies, and make sound judgments about potential risks. You will also need to collaborate with various stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, to share intelligence and best practices.

• Conduct detailed investigations into cases escalated from business units that present potential AML/CFT risks.

• Identify and analyze red flags during transaction reviews and recommend the filing of STRs when applicable.

• Prepare, review, and submit STRs to local authorities in a timely and accurate manner.

• Liaise and communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders (e.g. Front Office) to facilitate comprehensive AML investigations.

• Perform post-STR transaction reviews and post-mortem reviews where necessary. 

• Support and contribute to ad-hoc AML/CFT investigations cases and projects as required.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AML/CFT Compliance.

• Candidates with experience in STR filing and investigation are preferred.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational abilities.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working collaboratively within a team environment.

• Excellent written communication skills for preparing clear and comprehensive investigation reports.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines effectively.

• Professional certifications in AML/CFT (e.g., ICA, CAMS) will be considered an advantage.

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.