Senior AML Analyst
We are seeking a Senior AML Analyst for a top global financial services firm. The role focuses on strengthening Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) efforts. We need someone skilled in managing compliance programs and ensuring they meet both international and local regulations.
Responsibilities:
- - Act as a Compliance Expert in projects to ensure compliance with standards.
- - Develop and update compliance policies, procedures, and training to meet local regulations.
- - Oversee compliance by reviewing metrics and reports and conducting monitoring and testing.
- - Lead investigations of suspicious activities and develop transaction monitoring strategies.
- - Review and investigate Sanction and PEP alerts independently, ensuring quality standards.
Qualifications:
- - Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience and training.
- - 3-5 years of experience in regulatory compliance, legal, internal audit, or financial crime investigation, focusing on AML/CFT processes in Japan. Relevant certifications like CAMS are a plus.
- - Strong knowledge of Japanese AML regulations and controls in financial services or credit card industry.
- - Native-level Japanese and business-level English skills, with the ability to work with local and international teams.
- - Ability to manage tasks effectively within a global organization with a focus on professional growth.