Job Title: Assistant Vice President, Compliance (Sanctions and Anti-Bribery Corruption)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Perm/Contract/ Full-time/Part-time: Permanent
On-site/Hybrid/Remote: On-site
Who We Are
Robert Walters is the world’s most trusted talent solutions business. Across the globe, we deliver recruitment, outsourcing, and talent advisory services for businesses of all sizes, opening doors for people with diverse skills, ambitions, and backgrounds.
Our Outsourcing service delivers recruitment for some of the world’s top employers, and we are currently recruiting on behalf of one our client which is the Fifth largest global bank globally by assets, with 2400 locations in over 50 markets. Our client has approximately 360 years of history. Its global network has over 180,000 employees. It was ranked as the fourth largest in the world.
The Role:
Our client is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Compliance (Sanctions and Anti-Bribery Corruption) in the Banking & Finance division.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a global team, providing top-tier service to existing and prospective clients while expanding the business on a product and global level.
Job Description:
Profile summary:
Our client is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Compliance (Sanctions and Anti-Bribery Corruption) to join their team in Kuala Lumpur. This role offers you the opportunity to contribute substantively to the development of rigorous compliance frameworks, ensuring steadfast adherence to regulatory standards and the promotion of ethical business conduct across international operations.
What you'll do:
As an Assistant Vice President, Compliance (Sanctions and Anti-Bribery Corruption), you will safeguard our client’s reputation by formulating comprehensive frameworks that address high-risk business activities.
- Develop and refine sanctions control frameworks tailored for high-risk business activities
- Interpret regulatory developments and apply them judiciously to internal sanctions policies and procedures.
- Evaluate escalated cases involving potential sanctions breaches or exposure, provide comprehensive analysis and well-considered recommendations for resolution.
- Review and authorise restricted party screening results as well as overseeing updates to internal lists.
- Propose enhancements to sanctions training programmes and awareness campaigns.
- Advise on sanctions risk during new product development and client onboarding processes, assist teams in navigating intricate regulatory landscapes.
- Collaborate effectively on sanctions-related escalations with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and appropriate responses.
- Conduct due diligence investigations and research into clients, transactions, or business partners to identify potential risks.
- Draft guidance documents and assist with interpretation of policies.
- Review and provide advice on Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) related matters including gifts, entertainment, sponsorships, donations, and conflicts of interest.
- Assess and escalate bribery and corruption risks arising from customer relationships, third-party engagements, and business activities as needed.
- Support the maintenance, implementation, and enhancement of the Bank's ABC framework, policies, and procedures through regular reviews.
- Review ABC-related approvals and provide guidance to stakeholders on compliance with applicable internal and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct ABC-related investigations, thematic reviews, and risk assessments where required to ensure ongoing vigilance.
- Develop and deliver ABC awareness programmes and training initiatives across the Bank to foster a culture of compliance.
What you bring:
As an Assistant Vice President, Compliance (Sanctions and Anti-Bribery Corruption), you will focus on sanctions advisory, anti-bribery corruption and financial crime compliance.
- A degree in Law, Business, Banking, Compliance or equivalent work experience is equally valued for this role.
- Candidates with banking compliance certifications from the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB), such as AML/CFT Foundation Level or Intermediate Level qualifications, are encouraged to apply. Applicants with relevant experience and knowledge of Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) regulations, including Section 17A of the MACC Act, the UK Bribery Act, and the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), are also encouraged to apply.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Integrity and Governance Officer (CeIGO), or equivalent credentials are preferred.
- Practical experience in sanctions advisory or financial crime compliance roles demonstrates your ability to manage nuanced assessments involving reputational or legal risks associated with high-risk transactions.
- A comprehensive understanding of global sanctions laws including OFAC regulations, EU directives, United Kingdom regulations as well as regional frameworks such as Monetary Authority of Singapore is essential.
- Experience in regulatory reporting processes coupled with proficiency in internal investigations.
- Proficiency in compliance analytics platforms and list management tools.
- Exceptional written communication skills allow you to draft clear guidance documents supported by strong research capabilities during due diligence exercises.
- Strong communication skills combined with collaborative abilities empower you to work effectively across departments.
- Analytical thinking paired with problem-solving abilities is essential for identifying effective solutions when faced with complex compliance challenges.
- Optimism, resilience, flexibility, and openness to diverse perspectives contribute positively towards building a supportive workplace culture.
This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organisations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
Client promotes collaboration and aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.
As we are continuously hiring for all our clients in the region, we will retain your CV in our database for any other positions that may fit your profile. Therefore, please let us know if you are not agreeable to that.