Conyers is a leading international law firm and corporate services provider advising on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, and the Cayman Islands, from offices in those jurisdictions and in the key financial centres of Hong Kong, London and Singapore.

As part of the Global Compliance team and reporting to the Senior Manager, Risk & Compliance, the successful candidate will play a key role in assisting Conyers licensable businesses meet and comply with the related Acts, Regulations and Guidelines applicable to their businesses, including those related to anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF) controls across multiple offshore jurisdictions, professional services, and risk management. He or she will ensure that all aspects of the overall AML/ATF and compliance programmes are carried out in line with Conyers global policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will support the Local Compliance Officer (LCO) to develop and operate a compliance program, assist in all matters relating to AML/ATF and Sanctions in regard to onboarding and ongoing monitoring, including transactional activity in support of Conyers customer due diligence (CDD) and risk management framework. This role is ideal for someone who is keen to build on their existing compliance knowledge and to gain further industry insight on a global scale.

What You Will Do

Subject Matter Expert on SDD/CDD/EDD and KYC procedures for all jurisdictional requirements where Conyers has an established presence (Bermuda, BVI, Cayman)
Establish and maintain communications with the Compliance team members, LCO and Managers from other departments to ensure the flow of information and to communicate important updates and suggestions
When required, act as the go-to person for problem-solving, queries, questions and assistance from other Compliance team members, the business, and legal team
Review and vet new business applications to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, and make recommendations on CDD including enhanced due diligence requirements
Analyse ongoing customer screening alerts related to Economic & Trade Sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and Special Interest Persons research and provide detailed investigation documentation, and escalate as required
Provide comprehensive analysis reports to the Senior Manager for final scrutiny and approval
Identify and document transactions or individuals that present potential money laundering/terrorist financing risk and raise instances of suspicious activity to the attention of the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
Support the LCO in tracking changes in relevant laws (primarily Law Society of Singapore, MAS, HKMA, and ACRA), and assist the LCO in updating company policies, procedures, and Conyers internal controls to remain compliant, as deemed appropriate
Continuously review and identify any potential weaknesses in Internal policies and procedures, and provide recommendations, ideas and potential solutions to the LCO
Provide timely updates to the LCO on any issues identified and offer adequate ideas and proposals on how to mitigate and minimise the risk, and improve the overall team's performance
Assist the LCO in identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability, conducting risk assessments, and implementing measures to prevent breaches
To act, as and when required, as a Deputy MLRO (Nominated Officer) in the MLRO's absence. - Adequate training to be provided by the MLRO/LCO prior to commencing those duties
Ensure that the less experienced staff members are supported and supervised as required
Provide training, guidance and assistance to new members of staff with internal systems and software
Perform research into various compliance topics, including, for example, new and existing regulations, best practices, and assessing implications on the company and provide well researched recommendations and solutions
Assist as required in the completion of various compliance reports for management
Assist in ensuring required action is taken for compliance with regulatory obligations
Ensure that the personal professional development is up-to-date, and assist others in achieving the same
Any other ad hoc duties or projects as may be reasonably assigned

What You Need

Minimum 4-5 years related experience with prior exposure to a legal, corporate services and/or regulatory environment preferred
Experience in analysing complex structures, understanding legal terminology and strong ability to interpret data with ahigh level of accuracy
Prior experience and knowledge with anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing and customer due diligence procedures across a variety of entity types, e.g. Private Companies, Quoted Companies, Partnerships, Foundations and Trusts
Familiar with FATF's 40 recommendations and the general global AML/ATF regulatory landscape
Strong analytical skills with proven attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of discretion and confidentiality of customer information
As the role requires reviewing documents in Chinese, the ability to read and write Chinese is essential
Must be a team player with a minimal supervision, collaborative approach to problem solving and willing to assist other team members as and when needed
Reliable and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
Strong time management skills, flexible, and able to meet tight deadlines
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office, competent in the use of open-source information tools and working knowledge of database management software is an asset.

What We Offer
Our office offers a modern, friendly and bright environment in the heart of Singapore's CBD. Upon successfully passing the probation period, in addition to our current standard package, we offer the following:

Encouragement and ability to undertake professional study in a related AML/CFT and Compliance field
Potential career progression
Flexibility and option to work from home

To apply, please submit your CV stating current and expected remuneration, together with references on mycareersfuture ONLY. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Compliance Specialist (Asia)