Digital Payments AML Risk Management Lead Analyst, Citi

Citi

Location:
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Vice President, Digital Payments AML Risk Management Lead Analyst role involves overseeing AML risk management for high-risk client segments, particularly Payment Intermediaries, within Citi’s digital payments ecosystem. This role includes conducting due diligence reviews, providing AML-related advice, and developing standards for mitigating regulatory risks. The position requires strong communication, analytical skills, and expertise in digital payments and AML compliance.

Job Responsibility:

Provide day-to-day AML risk assessment and oversight for high-risk client segments including Payment Intermediaries
Lead enhanced due diligence reviews of new and existing clients, including compliance-to-compliance calls or site visits
Provide guidance to Payment Intermediary Oversight Committee (PIOC) on AML controls and specific risk factors of existing and future clients, providing recommendations on how to mitigate any issues including follow-up conversations with clients
Identify, vet and address potential risks or escalated issues with the assistance of functional partners
Collaborate with the team to provide advice to business with respect to applicability of policies and implementation of AML program and regulatory changes
Provide input/advice on business initiatives, new products, and complex transactions
Supervise and participate in internal assurance processes such as Enterprise wide AML risk assessment, self-assessment, and internal audit
Promote global consistency of AML ACRM practices and policies within business line and cross-sector
Analyze data, prepare and present regional/global reports related to AML risk assessments, and monitor AML related issues and escalations
Develop and implement AML Compliance Risk Management (ACRM) standards and policies
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

Requirements:

6-10 years of related experience in Anti-Money Laundering Compliance, Banking or control-related function in the financial service industry
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) certification required
Must have a strong understanding of AML risks and typologies, especially related to digital payments and fintech
Sophisticated understanding of digital payments products and business models
Effective communication, both written and oral
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Working knowledge of regulatory requirements

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 23, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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