Job Description

Your field of responsibility
Our Financial Crime Compliance (“FCC”) function is responsible for conducting investigation on potential AML/CFT suspicious activity, advising and engaging the business for the appropriate standards for compliance with the applicable AML/CFT laws, rules and regulations.

• You would be responsible to undertake investigations into potential suspicious activity reported by staff or triggered from surveillance alerts, production orders, regulatory requests, media monitoring etc.
• Where a reasonable suspicion is formed, you would recommend and prepare the appropriate Suspicion Transaction Report with the concurrence of the MLRO or delegate to the applicable local authorities
• As a team lead, you will be responsible for checking and approving such submissions from Investigation Officers – ensuring consistency of decisions as well as adherence to timescales and standards; as well as supervising and developing any staff under your management, if appropriate.
• You will follow through on end-to-end process including client retention recommendation, addition of names to watch lists, other risk mitigation measures and support review work post STR filing
• On a rotational basis, manage and response to queries received in the group mailbox for the team, including responding to regulatory request for information and document
• Work with and support the Singapore Head of FCC Investigations in suggesting and implementing change to improve investigatory procedures; helping identify and combat risk through undertaking and managing project work; responding to any applicable audit or inspections
• Take the lead on handling and managing enquiries from Regulators and Law Enforcement through Production and Court Orders; ensuring standards and timescales are maintained and advancing issues to senior management
• Stay ahead of the latest money laundering typologies and other case studies as well as translating the latest investigative techniques or evolving the same into investigative work

Your future colleagues

You will be part of the team responsible for conducting AML related investigations for the Private Banking as well as Investment Banking businesses for the Bank in APAC and any applicable suspicious transaction reporting with the local authorities. In this role, you will report into the Singapore Head of FCC Investigations. We are a department which values Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and is committed to realizing the firm’s D&I ambition which is an integral part of our global cultural values.

Your skills and experience

You are expected to possess the below:

• You are degree qualified with at least 6 years of track record in transactions and security/trade-related investigations or other related financial crime, AML or fraud subject areas
  
• Previous experience of managing Regulatory and legal enquiries would be an advantage
  
• Proven in-depth knowledge of investigative techniques and AML typologies with strong report writing skills
  
• You are analytical with an eye for detail and possess the ability to be in a role which require making judgement
  
• Result oriented, dedicated, hardworking who can work on own initiative and can deliver on time under pressure with a high level of integrity and flexibility, sense of urgency, attention to detail and quality standards
  
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and value diverse perspectives
  

Your new employer

Find a new home for your skills, ideas, and ambitions. Credit Suisse offers you the ideal environment to progress your career, attractive benefits and excellent training. We are a leading wealth manager with strong global investment banking capabilities founded in 1856. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and with more than 45,000 employees from over 150 nations, we are always looking for motivated individuals to help us shape the future for our clients. Credit Suisse is an equal opportunity employer. Welcoming diversity gives us a competitive advantage in the global marketplace and drives our success. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion with a deep sense of belonging for all of us. We will consider flexible working opportunities where possible. Our bank provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as well as those with other needs or beliefs as may be protected under applicable local law. If you require assistance during the recruitment process, please let your recruiter know.