About Our Client
Our client is a leading global private bank with a strong international footprint and a long-standing commitment to robust financial crime risk management. As part of its continued investment in governance and control functions, the bank is seeking a Head of AML Risk Assurance to strengthen oversight, provide independent challenge, and partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
This is a senior, visible role offering the opportunity to shape AML risk assurance standards globally, enhance advisory coverage, and act as a trusted partner to front office, compliance, and executive leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the AML risk assurance framework, providing independent oversight and challenge across AML and KYC activities.
- Deliver assurance reviews covering client onboarding, due diligence, transaction monitoring, and ongoing KYC processes.
- Act as a senior advisor to business and compliance teams on AML risk matters, control design, and remediation efforts.
- Engage closely with senior management and key stakeholders, providing clear insights on risk themes, gaps, and priorities.
- Oversee thematic reviews, issue identification, and tracking of remediation actions.
- Prepare and present AML risk assurance findings to governance forums and senior committees.
- Support regulatory interactions, audits, and internal reviews related to financial crime risk.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in AML, financial crime risk, compliance assurance, or related roles within a private bank or financial institution.
- Strong knowledge of AML / KYC regulations, frameworks, and control environments.
- Proven experience in assurance, risk review, or advisory roles, with the ability to provide credible challenge.
- Demonstrated strength in senior stakeholder management, including engagement with front office and executive leadership.
- Clear communicator with sound judgment and a strong risk and control mindset.
Application Process
Please submit your resume to Emily Tan at [Confidential Information].
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
EA License No.: 24S2395
Registration No.: R1106860
