AML / Compliance Team Lead | Singapore

We are partnering with a leading financial services organisation in the insurance industry to hire an experienced AML/Compliance professional to join its second-line compliance function.

This is a hands-on team lead role, managing a small team of 2 direct reports while remaining closely involved in AML/CTF monitoring, investigations, regulatory change and compliance enhancements.

Key responsibilities:

Lead the second-line AML/CTF monitoring and assessment programme
Review and strengthen AML/CTF policies, procedures and controls
Provide oversight and challenge to first-line monitoring and investigation activities
Review suspicious activity cases and ensure appropriate escalation to the MLRO and management
Monitor regulatory developments and translate requirements into practical business enhancements
Analyse AML data and identify control gaps, trends and emerging risks
Drive improvements across AML processes, systems, reporting and automation
Support AML/CTF investigations, remediation initiatives and compliance projects
Manage and develop 2 direct reports, ensuring quality, consistency and timely delivery
Support AML/CTF awareness and refresher training across the business

What we're looking for:

More than 6 years of AML/Compliance experience within financial services
Strong exposure to AML/CTF monitoring, compliance testing, investigations or second-line oversight
Comfortable providing challenge to business and operational stakeholders
Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead a small team while remaining hands-on technically
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
AML/Compliance professional qualifications would be an advantage

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced AML professional looking to take the next step into people leadership, while retaining meaningful ownership of technical AML/CTF responsibilities.

Apply if you are interested.

Compliance AML Manager (Insurance)