APAC Global Financial Crimes Compliance KYC Escalations -Associate
This is your opportunity to join a dynamic team that partners across the business to ensure robust AML/KYC standards. You'll collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, drive process enhancements, and help shape the future of compliance in Asia Pacific. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
As an Analyst or Associate in the Global Financial Crimes Compliance KYC Escalations team, you will play a key role in supporting our AML/KYC program across Asia Pacific. You will partner with colleagues and stakeholders to provide expert guidance, drive process improvements, and help ensure our business remains resilient and compliant. You will be part of a collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and innovative thinking.
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Job Responsibilities:
- Advise business and operations teams on AML/KYC compliance matters, ensuring consistent interpretation of global and local standards
- Partner with global, regional, and local compliance teams and stakeholders to support the implementation of AML programs and KYC policies
- Provide guidance to Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs) on local policy setting and program implementation
- Identify and engage with stakeholders to drive efficiency and enhance AML/KYC controls and processes
- Prepare and deliver training on AML/KYC topics to relevant stakeholders
- Support AML risk assessments as required
- Assist with ad-hoc assignments, initiatives, and projects across the region
- Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve escalations and ensure successful outcomes
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, or a related discipline
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Compliance, Legal, Risk Management, or related control functions, with direct AML/KYC compliance expertise at a global financial institution
- Strong interpersonal and client management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders and senior management
- Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and work independently
- Demonstrated ability to investigate issues and derive solutions independently
- Experience preparing and delivering training on compliance topics
- Knowledge of AML/KYC regulatory requirements in Asia Pacific
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Experience supporting AML risk assessments and process enhancements
- Familiarity with regional AML/KYC regulations and industry best practices
- Professional certifications in AML or compliance (e.g., ACAMS, ICA)
- Experience working in a global financial institution
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment
- Experience with process improvement or project management in compliance
ABOUT US
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. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
Our Compliance teams work globally across all lines of business to advise internal stakeholders on the impact of regulatory requirements and how to balance these with the firm's needs. Their diverse mandate means they also provide input on new business strategies, product lines, policies, training, operational processes, risk mitigation and control.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion