This role will lead AML Compliance to ensure compliance to the AML Act (RA 9160) and ensures that related AML/TF/PF laws, rules, and regulations are monitored, cascaded, and implemented by the organization.
This role will also lead the management and implementation of the organization's Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Program (MTPP)
This role shall also be tasked in ensuring internal stakeholders have support through advisory and recommendations in areas such as Product Risk assessment, KYC, Onboarding, Due Diligence, and STR/CTR.
Will be the primary person to liaise with the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC).
Will perform regulatory mandated Institutional Risk Assessment (IRA) ensuring prompt submission of requirements, replies to issues, regulatory reports as well as monitoring of resolution and compliance of the internal controls aligned with the regulatory requirements, among others.
Will be the compliance PIC of Business cases and other items raised by the 1LoD that requires AML/TF/PF compliance review.
This role shall also see the oversight of effective AML risk management through the management of the organization's MTPP and reporting to the Board of Directors and creation of a management level committee for effective implantation of the MTPP.
8. Performs other functions that may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law or other similar courses
Compliance related accreditations or qualifications preferable. (e.g., CAMS, ICA, CFE, etc.).
Previous experience in a regulated financial institution is desirable but not compulsory.
Thorough understanding of the local & international regulatory environment.
Professional manner with the ability to articulate and influence by identifying accurate compliance requirements to all stakeholders.
High level of integrity and discretion, handling confidential information.
Efficient and logical approach to problem solving.
