Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Manager | Digital Assets | Petaling Jaya

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Manager to lead our AML or CFT and regulatory compliance framework, with a focus on Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) requirements and AMLA compliance.

The role is responsible for strengthening controls around KYC, KYT, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting, while ensuring the business operates in a compliant and risk-aware manner within a fintech/digital asset environment.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and maintain the company's risk and compliance framework.
• Ensure compliance with AMLA 2001 and SC regulatory requirements.
• Oversee KYC, KYT, sanctions screening, and AML or CFT monitoring activities.
• Investigate and escalate suspicious transactions, fraud risks, and unusual activity patterns.
• Conduct customer risk profiling, EDD, and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs).
• Support regulatory audits, inspections, and remediation actions.
• Provide compliance input for new products and business initiatives (compliance-by-design).
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation, reporting, and audit trails.
• Deliver AML or CFT training and awareness programs across the organization.

What Makes You a Good Fit:

• Registered Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) Compliance Officer.
• Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of AMLA 2001 and SC regulatory framework.
• Experience in AML or CFT, KYC, KYT, and transaction monitoring.
• Exposure to fintech, banking, crypto, or digital asset environments.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to translate regulations into practical business controls.
• High integrity and strong compliance mindset.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia or Mandarin is an advantage.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to build and shape a robust compliance and risk framework.
• Exposure to a fast-growing fintech or digital asset environment.
• Involvement in regulatory strategy, licensing, and SC engagements.
• High ownership role with visibility to senior leadership.
• Opportunity to influence product development through compliance-by-design.
• Dynamic environment with continuous learning in AML/CFT and digital finance.