Specialist, AML Compliance

The AML Compliance Specialist, reporting to the AML Compliance Senior Manager will be a member of Singapore Compliance team in managing aspects of AML and Regulatory compliance, ensuring WUGN’s continued adherence to MAS requirements and Western Union global minimum standards.

·       Support the preparation of regulatory submissions, responses to requests from regulators, law enforcement agencies, agents, and business partners, ensuring records are complete and accurate.

·       Maintain compliance records, documentation, and supporting evidence required for internal audits, external audits, and regulatory examinations.

·       Support periodic compliance reviews, monitoring activities, and on-site visits to Western Union-owned locations, including the coordination of training and awareness initiatives for Front Line Agents.

·       Perform periodic compliance sampling checks to verify adherence to internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and support the tracking, escalation, and remediation of identified issues.

·       Support audits and examinations, by preparing requested documents, maintaining supporting evidence, tracking information requests, and coordinating responses with relevant stakeholders.

·       Perform administrative and operational tasks associated with compliance activities, including record keeping, tracking of action items, and follow-up on compliance-related matters.

·       Bachelor's degree with strong written and verbal communication skills, knowledge in other languages is a plus.

·       Good understanding of basic AML/CFT concepts and MAS regulations.

·       At least 1-2 years’ experience with relevant AML certifications (ACAMS, ICA, etc.), or willingness to pursue them will be an advantage

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Detail oriented. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel. 
• Must be technically adept and able to be comfortable with systems for monitoring and reporting.