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About this AVP/VP, AML/CFT Advisory Specialist role at OCBC Bank

OCBC Bank · Onsite · OCBC Singapore

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

 Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

 We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why join

You can shape the Bank’s AML/KYC risk framework while advising on complex high-risk client cases. The combination of procedure ownership, risk assessment and regulatory engagement offers a unique platform to influence outcomes, strengthen controls, and foster a strong compliance culture across the organization. This role is about safeguarding the Bank from financial crime risk through effective governance, advisory, oversight, and continuous enhancement of AML/KYC frameworks and practices whilst continually enabling business.

How you succeed

Success in this role requires strong AML/KYC expertise, sound risk judgment, and deep regulatory knowledge. Top performers effectively assess complex high-risk clients, influence stakeholders, and balance compliance requirements with business objectives. The candidate is required to proactively identify emerging risks, enhance controls through robust governance and assurance, and foster a strong risk culture. Ultimately, success lies in helping the Bank manage financial crime risks while enabling sustainable and compliant business growth.

What you do

  • Own and maintain the Bank's CDD procedures and Source of Wealth procedures, ensuring they are aligned with regulatory requirements and implemented

  • Advise on complex cases and assess risk appetite boundaries in a continually evolving regulatory and business environment

  • Work closely with stakeholders in the implementation of the Bank’s strategic solutions

  • Increase risk culture and awareness within the KYC community

  • Provide AML/KYC advice to stakeholders on the establishment of their procedures or frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and expectations

Who you work with

Group Legal & Compliance takes care of integrity and ensures compliance with all rules and regulations, developing the policies and procedures that manage and mitigate risk. In an evolving world where we’re actively driving digital transformation, it’s no easy task. But we thrive on the challenge because we’re future-ready and focused on driving change.

Who you are

  • VP role: Min. 7 years of relevant experience in AML, KYC, or compliance within private banking, with at least 4 years focused on onboarding or periodic reviews.

  • AVP role: Min. 4 years of relevant experience in AML, KYC, or compliance within private banking, with at least 2 years focused on onboarding or periodic reviews.

  • Proven experience in managing high-risk clients and complex structures, with a strong understanding of Singapore AML/CFT regulations and processes.

  • Demonstrated ability to engage with various stakeholders, including senior management and regulators.

  • Strong analytical, report writing, and communication skills.

  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Commercially astute with a proactive approach to risk management and compliance.

  • University degree or higher. Professional diplomas or certifications such as ACAMS or ICA are highly preferred.

What we offer:


Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

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About OCBC Bank

As the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, we have grown from strength to strength to become a regional financial services group. With a deep history in Asia, we offer the most comprehensive coverage across ASEAN and Greater China, complemented with a presence in the leading economies of New York, London and Sydney. We are the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets with one of the world’s highest credit rating (Aa1 by Moody’s and AA- by both Fitch and S&P). We offer private banking services through our wholly-owned subsidiary, Bank of Singapore, which operates on a unique open-architecture product platform to s

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