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Airwallex’s MLRO, Malaysia is a key member of our global compliance team, responsible for driving and embedding Airwallex’s compliance program in the region. This role partners with internal teams to design, develop, implement and monitor screening and monitoring rules, and supports regulatory obligations for the Malaysian market. Reporting to the Director of FCC for Asia, this role is based in Kuala Lumpur and is responsible for the development, launch, and management of key compliance programs for Airwallex (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
Job Responsibility:
Own and develop the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) framework for Airwallex in Malaysia, building on the Airwallex global compliance framework
Provide day-to-day management and execution of Airwallex’s AML regulatory interactions, examinations, and ad-hoc requests, specifically managing relationships with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and other relevant local bodies
Manage day-to-day BAU tasks including enhanced due diligence (EDD) approvals, transaction monitoring alerts, name screening alert escalations, and filing Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) as necessary
Represent Airwallex with critical external stakeholders, including regulators and financial/banking partners
Provide advice and support to the Commercial, Product, and Operations teams on various compliance matters to align on goals for the company
Develop and manage a regular monitoring and reporting process to inform senior management, the audit committee, and the board as necessary
Coordinate with various stakeholders to address issues raised in internal audit reports, self-assessments, compliance reviews, or regulatory examinations
Drive internal controls design and monitoring to support Compliance Operational policy and procedures
Provide governance and oversight over FCC Hub and Operations Team
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field
A minimum of 10 years of financial crimes compliance experience in a financial institution or Payment Services Provider licensed by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)
Have an auditing background and prior experience interacting with regulators
In-depth familiarity with Malaysian laws and regulations, particularly the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA)
Credible stakeholder engagement and management skills to align with our organizational values and behaviors
Written and verbal fluency in English (Bahasa Malaysia is a strong plus)
Nice to have:
Previous experience holding the MLRO or deputy MLRO designation
Understanding and knowledge of the payment industry, FinTech, or eCommerce sectors
Professional certification in a compliance-related area (e.g., CAMS, ICA)