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Senior Compliance Manager & MLRO

Airwallex

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Malaysia , Kuala Lumpur

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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)
  • Bahasa Malaysia language skills

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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