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FinCrime Investigator - AML Investigations

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Hybrid
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Junior
Hybrid
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Junior
As an AML Investigator, you will review alerted accounts, assess payment activity, gather supporting information, and report suspicious activities to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.
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Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
For everyone, everywhere.

More about our mission and what we offer.

Job Description

If you're interested in the position, please apply by submitting your CV and cover letter in English. In your cover letter please explain why you want to join the Anti-Money Laundering Investigations team and what makes you a good candidate for it. Please note that an application without a cover letter will not be considered!

We’re looking for an AML Investigator to join our growing AML Investigation team in Kuala Lumpur. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wise’s mission, grow as a specialist in anti-money laundering and help save millions more people money.

Your mission: 

Wise has already pioneered new ways for people to transfer money across borders and currencies. Our customers can also manage their hard-earned money with the world’s first platform to offer true multi-currency banking. Your mission is to protect customers and Wise by investigating and reporting suspicious activity.

Here’s how you’ll be contributing to the AML Investigations team:

  • Carry out reviews on alerted accounts on the basis of both internal and external information

  • Assess actual payment activity and payment patterns

  • Obtain further supporting information to mitigate ML/TF concerns

  • Request and analyse supporting documents when needed

  • Take ownership of an individual investigation and escalating any suspicious activity in accordance with internal procedures

  • Participate in an active feedback loop between the AML Investigation team and the developers/product teams to improve our product quality from a compliance perspective

  • Other ad hoc duties that need to be done.

Qualifications

  • You’re eligible to work in Kuala Lumpur

  • Your verbal and written English skills are excellent

  • You have an exceptionally inquisitive mind. You are always looking out for more information where available, however, you are able to cut through the noise

  • You have a great eye for detail. You are meticulous and can look at information with factual precision

  • You have exceptional logical thinking. You are naturally able to interpret data and draw logical conclusions

  • You have great communication skills, both written and verbal. You are able to express your thoughts concisely and logically

  • You’re able to articulate and justify your decisions. You are confident and comfortable making independent judgement calls

  • You’re able to work under pressure. You can multitask efficiently and take responsibility in challenging situations

  • You’re curious, keen to learn and proactive by nature

  • You’re a true team player but happy working alone on independent projects

  • You’re open to and value feedback in order to improve

  • Previous experience in AML or investigating suspicious activity will be beneficial.

Additional Information

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

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