Assistant Vice President, Team Lead, Transaction Surveillance Unit, Legal Compliance and Secretariat

Overview

Lead the AML/CFT Transaction Surveillance unit, managing a team of analysts to drive effective transaction monitoring, regulatory compliance and transformation initiatives. The role reports to the Vice President, Head AML Transaction Surveillance.

What you'll do

• Lead and strengthen the Bank's Transaction Surveillance function from an AML/CFT perspective, driving effective monitoring, regulatory compliance and strategic transformation initiatives
• Ensure robust detection, investigation and reporting of suspicious activity from an AML/CFT perspective
• Deliver key surveillance system enhancements, automation and risk mitigation projects
• Stay abreast of regulatory requirements, FIU-IND guidance/advisories and industry best practices, and implement measures to optimize alert generation (reduce false positives), including regular rule review/testing
• Drive the change agenda and develop the team of analysts for effective AML/CFT risk management

What you'll need

• At least 5 years' experience in AML/CFT transaction monitoring, surveillance, or compliance within the financial services industry
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including FIU-IND advisories and industry best practices
• Ability to analyze large volumes of data points, identify issues and recommend solutions
• Reasoned judgment, diplomacy and tact, with a willingness to speak up amid adversity
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders
• Openness to learning new skills and industry developments
• Proven track record in driving process improvements

Nice to have

• Specialised certification or qualification in Financial Crime / AML

Details

• Location: Mumbai
• Job family: Compliance
• Schedule: Regular
• Employment type: Full time