Full Time Compliance Officer (AML-CFT) Jobs, in TIMESCONSULT Federal Territory - Maukerja

Company Background

The company is founded in 2008 and is a local and well-established company which providing secretarial, advisory and management services. Their client base of public listed companies, private companies and multi-national corporations come from great variety of industries including manufacturing, property development, professionals, engineering and construction, consumer goods, timber industry, printing and publishing and etc.

Office Location

Northpoint Mdi Valley, KL

Working Mode / Hours

Fully in office; Mon - Fri, 9am - 6pm

Job Responsibilities

AML/CFT Compliance Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s AML/CFT compliance framework, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with AMLA 2001, BNM guidelines, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Regularly review and enhance internal compliance controls and risk management measures.

Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & KYC

• Oversee Know-Your-Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes.
• Review customer onboarding documentation and risk profiling.
• Ensure proper screening against sanctions, watchlists, and politically exposed persons (PEP) databases.

Transaction Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor and assess customer transactions and activities for suspicious behavior or potential financial crime risks.
• Investigate suspicious transactions and prepare Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) for submission to Bank Negara Malaysia where required.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for compliance reviews and investigations.

Regulatory Liaison

• Serve as the primary point of contact with Bank Negara Malaysia and other regulatory bodies on compliance-related matters.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports within stipulated timelines.
• Coordinate internal and external compliance audits and regulatory inspections.

Risk Assessment & Advisory

• Conduct AML/CFT risk assessments across business operations, products, services, and customer segments.
• Advise senior management and business units on compliance risks and regulatory developments.
• Recommend corrective actions and process improvements where gaps are identified.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and conduct AML/CFT compliance training and awareness programs for employees.
• Ensure staff are updated on internal policies, reporting channels, and regulatory obligations.

Governance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate compliance records, registers, and documentation.
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of compliance-related information.
• Support the implementation of compliance governance initiatives and best practices.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Risk Management, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in AML/CFT compliance, risk management, audit, or regulatory compliance.
• Experience within corporate services, financial services, banking, fintech, trust, or professional services environments is preferred.
• Exposure to Bank Negara Malaysia regulatory requirements and AMLA compliance is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of AMLA 2001, AML/CFT regulations, and BNM guidelines.
• Knowledge of KYC, CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, and suspicious transaction monitoring.