Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Manager

Job Description

They are seeking a Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Manager to oversee their compliance, risk, and regulatory framework with a focus on AMLA, KYC, KYT, sanctions screening, and crypto/digital asset transaction monitoring. The role requires a Securities Commission Malaysia (SC)-registered Compliance Officer with strong experience in financial crime compliance, risk management, and regulatory affairs in fintech, banking, or crypto environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain risk, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
• Ensure compliance with AMLA 2001, SC Guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor regulatory developments
• Implement a risk-based compliance approach
• Oversee KYC, KYT, AML/CFT controls
• Monitor and investigate suspicious transactions, fraud risks, and behavioral patterns
• Conduct customer risk profiling, EDD, and ongoing monitoring
• Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs)
• Manage sanctions and PEP screening
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and controls
• Conduct compliance monitoring, testing, and gap assessments
• Support internal/external audits and SC regulatory inspections
• Ensure audit readiness and remediation of findings
• Support SC regulatory submissions, licensing, and reporting obligations
• Provide compliance input on new products and business initiatives (compliance-by-design)
• Maintain accurate compliance data, reports, and audit trails
• Deliver AML/CFT and compliance training to staff
• Promote a strong risk-aware compliance culture across the organization
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by Management

Skills & Experiences

• Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
• Strong knowledge of AMLA 2001 and SC regulatory framework
• Experience in AML/CFT, KYC, KYT, and transaction monitoring
• Experience in fintech, digital assets, or banking compliance
• Ability to develop policies, controls, and training programs
• Registered Compliance Officer with SC Malaysia is added advantage
• Strong analytical and investigative skills
• High integrity and strong attention to detail