AML Consultant (High Net Worth)

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA We don't simply believe in being 'The Best'. We believe in better - because there's no limit to how far 'better' can take us. We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. If you believe in better, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role Join our AML team today! Acting as the SME in leading the end-to-end support for the onboarding of high risk customers (HRC) from the high net worth (HNW) and offshore business segments which will include conducting the relevant EDD review on a timely basis and ensuring SOF and SOW corroborations are in line with the regulatory requirements and internal SOP.

• Work closely with the distribution channels and other support units (such as New Business) to coordinate the EDD case management and ensure relevant supporting documents or alternative evidence as acquired are acceptable within the internal framework.
• Provide training, advisory and guidance to the relevant business units on the EDD requirements, especially on the SOF/ SOW corroboration requirements and proactively identify areas of improvements in relation to the area of independent assessment, risk mitigations and benchmarking.
• Managing the annual HRC periodic review and trigger event review in accordance with the applicable AML/CTF policies / guidelines / SOPs.
• Managing and reviewing the alerts resolutions arising from name screening / transaction monitoring / customer risk scoring systems and liaise with other functional units (e.g. Life Operations) for required investigation and follow-up actions.
• Conduct investigation into suspicious activities and prepare suspicious transaction report for timely filing to STRO.
• Provide suggestions / supports to improve system/operation processes and methodologies through participation of operational improvement or digitalization projects, e.g. conduct user acceptance test, update operation manuals, roll out new processes etc.
• Maintain accurate regular review, risk assessment, trigger event review and enhanced due diligence records. Assist in preparation of the AML/CTF related management reports
• Support risk assessment / compliance review upon request.
• Exercise diligence in delivering quality work and strong dedication to agreed timeline.

Key Requirements:

• 5 to 7 years of working experience in Insurance or Banking industry supporting Financial Crime Compliance functions.
• Experience in EDD reviews and KYC onboarding for HNW / offshore customers, including good understanding of the various issues and practical solutions of the SOF / SOW corroborations for high risk clients.
• In-depth knowledge of AML/CFT control processes and MAS requirements.
• Ability to apply risk based approach or mitigations to handle relevant AML risks. Capable of making decisions and provide alternative solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to positively influence internal (distributions channels and support staff) and external parties (brokers, bankers, FSC) to ensure strong and effective AML risk and compliance governance.
• Attention to details, ability to handle high workload and multi-task
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Certifications pertaining to AML/KYC, e.g. ACAMS with hands-on experience in using AML System and/or data analytics tool an added advantage, e.g. Nice Actimize, Excel, SQL, etc.

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