Job Description

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This position will be a key contributor to one of GFCC's core functions - the APAC AML Investigations team and will be responsible for identification, investigations and reporting of suspicious transactions. The team manages Mantas and/or manual escalations of cases consistent with the Global AML Standards, provides an initial assessment of potential Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing as well as other nefarious activity and recommends cases for escalation and further review or closure as false positives.

The successful candidate should be capable of acting independently and demonstrate investigative abilities, prioritization skills and a willingness to tackle new and difficult challenges. This position requires knowledge of the banking system, common AML typologies and is responsible for identifying suspicious activities timely while ensuring quality of work. In addition, the candidate is a team player who can collaborate with multiple stakeholders, possesses strong analytical skills and is adaptable and able to thrive in an evolving environment. The candidate needs to demonstrate strong knowledge of Investment Banking, Commercial Banking , Foreign Correspondent Bank - AML and Compliance knowledge, possesses the ability to exercise sound judgment and observe the highest degree of confidentiality in handling of information received in the course of their responsibilities.

In this role, the individual will report directly to the APAC AML CIB Investigations Team Lead.

Responsibilities

• Detailed knowledge / subject matter expertise of AML, processes, Technology, Case Management and products / services
• Ensure that the throughput and quality of work is to the required standards, while managing SLA appropriately and timely
• Regularly evaluate the analysis of investigations for appropriate identification of AML, Terrorist Financing, and any other red flags to assess whether escalation or closure with no further action decisions are accurate
• Assess investigations and/or AML trends and work with relevant stakeholders to perform predictive analysis and/or identify areas of improvements
• Participate in AML Investigations or LOB aligned initiatives, process improvements or enhancements, including the use of technology
• Document and escalate AML concerns to manager and/or GFCC Management, and provide solutions (where relevant)
• Expected to understand existing procedures in place and assist with cross training and/or upskilling execution
• Ensure timeliness of Audit, Regulatory and/or Controls Evaluation requests are adhered to
• Understand risk and controls partners (Quality Assurance, Quality Testing, Controls Evaluation) processes and manage the execution of any expected work.
• Proactively gather and coordinate any changes to the firm's AML policies / processes with MLROs, Compliance or LOB Operations and AML Transaction Monitoring.
• Collaborate and build relationships with multiple stakeholders within the region and globally, and effectively communicate and transfer information or implement changes
• Proactively participate and engage with the firm's people agenda initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics or other related disciplines
• 3 plus years of experience in the Financial Services Industry with a demonstrated track-record experience and/or knowledge of Investment Banking,Commercial Banking,Foreign Correspondent Bank AML investigations
• Proficient understanding of APAC AML/CFT regulations, landscape and requirements
• Experience with differing line of businesses (e.g. AWM, Trust) and/or products and services' AML investigative work is desirable
• Ability to own, deep-dive and/or investigate issues and can derive solutions independently, ultimately ensuring successful implementation or resolution
• Experienced with Mantas, technology driven case management tool and/or technology will be preferred
• Proficient is MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.), and has the experience to handle large volumes of quantitative data
• Ability to speak and write Business Chinese will be advantageous due to presence in China and requirement to handle China regulatory requirements
• We're a global company whose primary business language is English and so fluency in English is required
• Engage and/or champion High-Performance, Diversity and Inclusion Culture, where people are empowered to make decisions that impacts their work and environment positively
• Strong client management, partnership building, leadership and direct experience of dealing with multiple stakeholders at one time
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively, influence and/or negotiate desired outcomes with colleagues and senior management

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.