AML/CFT Specialist

Job Description

Title: AML/CFT Specialist

Company Name: Optimum Solution and Services Ltd

Vacancy: 1

Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ At least 5 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Banks, Financial Technology (Fintech) Startup

Published: 30 Apr 2024

Education:
∎ Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance
∎ Bachelor of Law (LLB)
∎ Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Administration
∎ CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification is preferred
∎ CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification is preferred

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ In-depth knowledge of AML/CFT laws, regulations, and industry best practices, with a strong understanding of financial crime risks and typologies.
∎ Experience with AML/CFT compliance software and tools, and proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
∎ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a keen attention to detail.
∎ Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
∎ Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
∎ Fluency in English and Bengali is required.
∎ In-depth knowledge of AML/CFT laws, regulations, and industry best practices, with a strong understanding of financial crime risks and typologies.
∎ Experience with AML/CFT compliance software and tools, and proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
∎ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a keen attention to detail.
∎ Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
∎ Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
∎ Fluency in English and Bengali is required.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company objectives.
∎ Conduct risk assessments and gap analyses to identify potential areas of AML/CFT risk exposure, and develop strategies and action plans to mitigate risks and strengthen controls.
∎ Monitor transactions and customer activities for suspicious or unusual behavior, conducting investigations and due diligence as necessary to identify and report suspicious transactions or activities to the appropriate authorities.
∎ Manage the process of reporting suspicious transactions or activities to the relevant internal and external governing bodies, ensuring timely and accurate submission of reports in compliance with regulatory requirements.
∎ Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory authorities to ensure timely and effective responses to inquiries, requests for information, and regulatory examinations related to AML/CFT compliance.
∎ Provide training, guidance, and support to employees on AML/CFT policies, procedures, and requirements, promoting a culture of compliance and ethical behavior throughout the organization.
∎ Stay informed about changes in AML/CFT laws, regulations, and industry standards, and assess the impact on the company's operations and compliance obligations, making recommendations for adjustments to policies and procedures as needed.
∎ Prepare and distribute regular reports on AML/CFT compliance activities, including key metrics, findings, and recommendations, to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
∎ Company Description:
∎ Easy Payment System is an innovative payment solution permitted by Bangladesh Bank as a Payment System Operator (PSO). Developed by a global technology solution provider Optimum Solution and Services Ltd. (OSSL), EPS aims to provide Fintech solutions for all financial Institutions.Customers from all financial platforms can use EPS. The aim is to serve users with the ease of Digital Payment including Payment Gateway, Bill Payment, Mobile Recharge etc.Our Vision is to provide a financial ecosystem to its users so that they are capable of connecting multiple accounts and manage all kinds of transactions accordingly. And that is why the main theme of EPS has been determined - Easy Solution for All Transactions.
∎ Job Description:
∎ We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism) Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AML/CFT compliance, risk management, and regulatory reporting, preferably in the fintech industry. As an AML/CFT Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company objectives.
∎ Conduct risk assessments and gap analyses to identify potential areas of AML/CFT risk exposure, and develop strategies and action plans to mitigate risks and strengthen controls.
∎ Monitor transactions and customer activities for suspicious or unusual behavior, conducting investigations and due diligence as necessary to identify and report suspicious transactions or activities to the appropriate authorities.
∎ Manage the process of reporting suspicious transactions or activities to the relevant internal and external governing bodies, ensuring timely and accurate submission of reports in compliance with regulatory requirements.
∎ Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory authorities to ensure timely and effective responses to inquiries, requests for information, and regulatory examinations related to AML/CFT compliance.
∎ Provide training, guidance, and support to employees on AML/CFT policies, procedures, and requirements, promoting a culture of compliance and ethical behavior throughout the organization.
∎ Stay informed about changes in AML/CFT laws, regulations, and industry standards, and assess the impact on the company's operations and compliance obligations, making recommendations for adjustments to policies and procedures as needed.
∎ Prepare and distribute regular reports on AML/CFT compliance activities, including key metrics, findings, and recommendations, to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

Skills & Expertise:

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ T/A, Mobile bill
∎ Salary Review: Yearly
∎ Festival Bonus: 2

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

Company Information:
∎ Optimum Solution and Services Ltd
∎ House-38, Sonargaon Janapath Road , SBDL Building Sector-11, Uttara Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh

Address::
∎ House-38, Sonargaon Janapath Road , SBDL Building Sector-11, Uttara Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 30 May 2024

Category: Law/Legal

Source: bdjobs.com