Compliance Manager & MLRO, Malaysia

Airwallex(1 month ago)

Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaOnsiteFull TimeManager$88,858 - $118,236 (estimated)Legal, Risk & Compliance

About this role

The Compliance Manager & MLRO for Airwallex in Malaysia is responsible for leading the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) framework and ensuring adherence to AML regulatory requirements. This role involves managing relationships with regulators, overseeing Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) filings, and providing compliance advisory to various internal teams. Reporting to the Director of FCC for Asia, the position includes stakeholder management, governance, and continuous improvement of compliance controls within the Malaysian market.

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Required Skills

Compliance Program Leadership
Regulatory Liaison
STR Filing
Stakeholder Management
Advisory Support
Reporting Management
Audit Coordination
Internal Controls Development
Governance Oversight
Financial Crimes Compliance

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 7-8 years of financial crimes compliance experience in a financial institution or Payment Services Provider licensed by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)
In-depth familiarity with Malaysian laws and regulations, particularly the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA)
Previous experience holding the MLRO or deputy MLRO designation
Professional certification in a compliance-related area (e.g., CAMS, ICA)

About Airwallex

www.airwallex.com

Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform that empowers businesses to operate internationally with ease. It offers a range of services, including global business accounts, high-speed money transfers, multi-currency cards, and embedded finance solutions. With a focus on reducing transaction fees and providing fast, easy payment solutions, Airwallex is designed to help companies scale efficiently in the global marketplace. Its technology is tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses, enabling seamless online payments and financial management across multiple currencies.