Senior Compliance Officer (AML)

About the role

The Senior Compliance Officer (AML) will ensure that the bank meets all regulatory and internal compliance obligations. You will lead enhanced due‑diligence reviews, monitor AML alerts, and support the Compliance Manager in implementing compliance initiatives across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct enhanced due‑diligence on high‑risk account openings and provide compliance decisions.
• Review eName‑Checker referrals and grant compliance clearance according to bank policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Process daily SAS AML alerts, perform transaction‑monitoring investigations, and draft Suspicious Activity Reports.
• Support the Compliance Manager in creating regulatory reports, MIS, and MERs, and ensure timely submission to regulators.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of internal and external compliance requirements and advise business units on compliant solutions.
• Assist in compliance‑related projects, UATs, and system or product development to embed AML controls.

Required profile

• Strong understanding of AML, KYC, and regulatory frameworks applicable to banking.
• Ability to analyse customer transactions, identify suspicious patterns, and produce clear investigative reports.
• Proactive attitude with excellent communication skills to interact with business lines and regulators.
• Experience supporting compliance managers in reporting and project delivery.

Required skills