AML Compliance Specialist (KYC)

Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region.   SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network.  We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.

With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.

Responsiblities:

• Manage the Bank's KYC and customer due diligence framework to ensure effective AML/CFT risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Provide AML/CFT advisory and oversight on customer onboarding, periodic reviews, EDD, and high-risk customer relationships.
• Monitor AML/CFT risks and control effectiveness, and implement enhancements to policies, procedures, and controls.
• Coordinate AML/CFT and KYC-related matters with business units, Head Office, auditors, and regulators.
• Prepare management and regulatory reports, and provide risk insights to support governance and decision-making.
• Support the development of team capabilities and promote a strong compliance and risk culture.
• Drive continuous improvement of the Bank's KYC and AML/CFT framework and provide guidance to team members on compliance and risk matters

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law, Finance, Banking, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7 - 10 years of experience in AML/CFT, KYC, compliance, or risk management.
• Sound knowledge of AML/CFT regulations, KYC requirements, and customer risk management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in English and the ability to work effectively with regulators and internal stakeholders.