Job summary
Job responsibilities
- Implement the India AML programme, including risk assessments and trainings.
- Assist in implementing the local AML investigations and SAR filing program, including local reviews and alerts arising from online and offline scenarios.
- Liaise with FIU India and regulators, as the Alternate MLRO, for regulatory changes or reporting matters.
- Monitor new laws and regulations and play a consultative role to business towards implementation.
- Review existing procedures and develop new procedures, systems and controls to ensure compliance with current anti-money laundering requirements.
- Provide guidance and advice to the business on their responsibility for complying with all relevant laws, regulations and firm policies, including AML and Sanctions rules and regulations.
- Assist in the development, coordination and implementation of the AML and Sanctions training and testing programmes.
- Coordinate with relevant departments regarding regulatory inspections, visits and meetings on AML KYC matters.
- Prepare AML reporting metrics for senior management and governance committees.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Minimum 8-10 years of related experience in AML, Sanctions or related disciplines.
- An expert in India AML regulatory requirements.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Chartered Accountant, Master’s degree, Company Secretary or other closely related professional qualification will be beneficial.
- Interactions with regulators and industry bodies is an advantage
Competencies:
- Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with key internal clients across all levels.
- A solution driven approach, with exemplary problem solving skills;
- Able to deliver results/meet deadlines under pressure and deal with motivated and driven bankers.
- Ability to prioritise.
- Ability to work effectively alone and as part of a team, at a local and regional level
- Good analytical ability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills