CAO - Anti Financial Crime (AFC) Testing & QA - Associate

What we will offer you:

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That's why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center.

You can expect:

• Flexible benefits plan including virtual doctor consultation services
• Comprehensive leave benefits
• Gender Neutral Parental Leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• 21 days of annual paid leave, plus public holiday & Flexible Working Arrangement

Your key responsibilities:

• Play a key role in supporting the execution of the testing program for L1 and L2 controls, potentially including reviews at the non-hub offices; the opportunity for travel to other jurisdictions may be available
• Participate in the creation of testing plans for areas of identified potential AFC risk;
• Maintain the current Testing approach and methodology consistent and up-to-date;
• Undertake Tests / Reviews/Checks and assessments of the business records in line with the AFC Testing Plan while working in close coordination with the Global AFC Testing & QA team under the wider Controls Testing & Assurance (CT&A) function
• Prepare reports for submission to the Global AFC Testing teams in hub locations detailing the work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations;
• Collaboration with various AFC and Business (1LOD) stakeholders to ensure the implementation of adequate and effective testing program for APAC that meet both BaFin and local regulatory requirements;
• Liaising regularly with relevant businesses, Business Line AFC Compliance and other colleagues to remain abreast of developments as it pertains to AFCT; ensuring stakeholders are aware of the likely impact on the controls testing program and implementing changes where necessary;
• Ensuring that all issues raised in AFCT have adequate remediation plans that are tracked and escalated promptly and appropriately;
• Provide Quality Assurance (QA) on transaction monitoring processes in the Asia Pacific.
• Compiling reports and trend analysis in preparation for discussion with key Stakeholders from AFC, Business and GTO functions, identifying key issues and areas for improvement;
• Sharing best practice and learnings with AFCT colleagues locally/regionally/globally;
• Staying abreast of all regulatory developments which may impact monitoring requirements
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of appropriate Management Information to inform Senior Management of pertinent matters, in line with global Deutsche Bank/Compliance/AFCT standards;
• Assist on projects and initiatives, as required

Your skills and experience:

• Minimum 4 years of experience from Financial Services in AFC / AFC Testing/Audit OR Risk Control with working experience in AFC Risk Management.
• Proven knowledge and application of relevant AFC, sanctions & Embargoes and Fraud-related regulations and legislations, and experience with regulators and managing regulatory examinations
• Proven investigative and analytical skills - enquiry, analysis, interviewing, testing; well versant with technology and applications that can be utilized in an AFC and Controls testing environment.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Assertive, engaging and able to quickly build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability in report writing and issue drafting, including the ability to record and describe complex issues clearly and succinctly, in a way that are easily understandable by any recipient of the relevant reports;
• Attention to detail and ability to identify changes and impact of any changes to documents, systems and processes as against AFC risks, remediation required, etc.;
• Multi-cultural awareness and sensitivity; an experience of working within a multinational organization(s) will help.

" Role is required to be performed on-site at One Raffles Quay office. Relevant vaccination requirements may apply"

How we'll support you:

• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
• Training and development to help you excel in your career

Location: Singapore, SG

Posted Date: 9/20/2024