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About the Department

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a project team on a variety of workstreams in execution of strategic initiatives and align with program management objectives.
• Lead the solution design and engagement delivery on projects to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Provide guidance and support to the team in developing business cases and action plans to support the wider program strategic initiatives.
• Leverage on data analytics, business intelligence, and predictive modeling to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of various AML systems and risk surveillance models.
• Manage project risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and Senior Management.
• Oversee the monitoring, analysis, and reporting of AML / Sanctions related data to drive continuous improvement in detection and prevention efforts.
• Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to identify, evaluate and monitor emerging AML / Sanctions trends and risks.
• Innovation and Best Practices: Stay updated on emerging data science and analytics trends in AML and AFC. Drive the adoption of advanced techniques, such as machine learning and AI, to enhance system capabilities.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field; Relevant professional certifications in AML, compliance, or data science is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years in the financial services industry, including hands-on experience with AML systems and compliance, as well as at least 6 years in a project management or PMO role.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• AI/ML Knowledge: An understanding of AI/ML applications in compliance is a plus but not required.
• AML Knowledge: In-depth understanding of AML/CFT regulations, transaction monitoring systems, and anti-financial crime compliance best practices.
• Communication and Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple departments and to drive discussions, manage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Soft Skills: Agile, inquisitive, self-driven, and capable of adapting to dynamic environments. Strong focus on integrity and meticulous attention to detail.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and inspire others.
• Additional Preferences: Practical knowledge of automation tools like Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and familiarity with advanced analytics for AFC applications are advantageous.
  

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