SVP/ED, AML Advisory, Group Legal, Secretariat & Compliance.
FINANCE & LEGAL
Business Function Group Legal, Compliance & Secretariat ensures that the bank's interests are protected by zealously guarding and enhancing its reputation and capital. We also work to maintain a good standing with all our regulators, customers, and business partners. Because we believe that at the heart of business banking is to uphold the values of trust and integrity for all our stakeholders. Responsibilities As an AML subject matter expert, provide Group advisory support to relevant Compliance and Business Unit stakeholders across regional DBS markets for consistent interpretation and application of relevant KYC controls. Work with relevant stakeholders in both Business and Support Units in managing high profile / impact initiatives, as DBS embarks on embedding agentic workflows and AI into KYC processes and controls (Enterprise KYC initiative) Key Subject Matter Expert in ongoing optimization of Source of Wealth (SOW) due diligence framework, to support the broader scaling of DBS wealth continuum proposition whilst maintaining an uplifted SOW due diligence framework. Support Business and Support Units on enterprise-wide initiatives from AML/CFT perspective, as part of cross-unit Horizontal Organizational setup and Managing-Through-Journeys. Support and represent DBS on public-private partnerships such as ACIP, industry-led initiatives including roundtables and financial crime seminars. Liaison party for AML/CFT related matters with parties such as auditors, regulators, and law enforcement agencies. Address potential issues holistically and timely with minimal supervision. Assist in periodic governance committee preparations and/or ad hoc AML escalations when appropriate. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Minimum 10 years of AML/CFT experience, preferably with relevant AML/CFT compliance advisory on Source of Wealth due diligence. Experience in engagements and Compliance-to-Compliance calls with correspondent banks and industry in collaborative risk management Good understanding and proficiency with AML/CFT regulations in multiple jurisdictions, particularly regulatory requirements on Source of Wealth and KYC for High Networth Individuals. Strong communication and written skills, with experience in managing stakeholders in a cross-jurisdiction and cross-unit setting. Pleasant personality, great teamwork, and strong sense of responsibility and accountability. Committed and self-driven, able to work independently and drive initiatives to completion through strong project management skills. Location: DBS Asia Central Job: Compliance Schedule: Regular Employee Status: Full time DBS is more than a bank — we're shaping the future of finance and communities. With innovation at our core and impact in our DNA, we go beyond banking to build careers, relationships, and a better world. DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s Best Bank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia” award by Global Finance for 15 consecutive years from 2009 to 2023. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets and is committed to building lasting relationships with customers. With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities.