Senior Compliance Operations Associate – Transaction Monitoring

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Senior Compliance Operations Associate to join our growing AML team and play a vital role in executing day‑to‑day account activity monitoring and screening.

Key responsibilities

• Responsible for the oversight and maintenance of day‑to‑day transaction flows, including monitoring, screening and investigations.
• Actively assist in enhancing and refreshing the monitoring process and controls.
• Analyse situations to identify AML issues, red flags, gaps and risks in KYC information and transactions.
• Collaborate with counterparties to ensure AML controls are executed properly and in a timely manner.
• Serve as the subject‑matter expert on AML, providing businesses with timely advice on AML‑related matters.
• Enable business growth while balancing risk awareness and managing money‑laundering and fraud risks.
• Keep abreast of changes to regulatory requirements and emerging risks in an evolving regulatory landscape.

Required profile

• University degree or equivalent higher education qualification.
• 6+ years of experience in operational compliance or AML‑focused roles within payment services, the MSB/MSO industry, or banking.
• CAMS (Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent accreditation is highly desirable.
• High proficiency with emerging technological solutions, compliance tooling, and data analysis systems.
• Strong technical knowledge and sensitivity regarding risk and regulatory compliance in the cross‑border payments industry.
• Demonstrates commercial acumen and sound decision‑making abilities.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; proficiency in an Asian language is advantageous.
• Proactive team player able to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment alongside a diverse international team.