Avp - Emea Aml Programs

About MUFG Global Service MGS MUFG Bank Ltd is Japan s premier bank with a global network spanning in more than 40 markets Outside of Japan the bank offers an extensive scope of commercial and investment banking products and services to businesses governments and individuals worldwide MUFG Bank s parent Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc MUFG is one of the world s leading financial groups Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history the Group has about 120 000 employees and offers services including commercial banking trust banking securities credit cards consumer finance asset management and leasing The Group aims to be the world s most trusted financial group through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all the financial needs of our customers serving society and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world MUFG s shares trade on the Tokyo Nagoya and New York stock exchanges For more informat About Us MUFG Bank Ltd is Japans premier bank with a global network spanning in more than 40 markets Outside of Japan the bank offers an extensive scope of commercial and investment banking products and services to businesses governments and individuals worldwide MUFG Banks parent Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc MUFG is one of the worlds leading financial groups Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history the Group has about 120 000 employees and offers services including commercial banking trust banking securities credit cards consumer finance asset management and leasing The Group aims to be the worlds most trusted financial group through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all the financial needs of our customers serving society and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world MUFGs shares trade on the Tokyo Nagoya and New York stock exchanges MUFG Global Service Private Limited Established in 2020 MUFG Global Service Private Limited MGS is 100 subsidiary of MUFG having offices in Bengaluru and Mumbai MGS India has been set up as a Global Capability Centre Centre of Excellence to provide support services across various functions such as IT KYC AML Credit Operations etc to MUFG Bank offices globally MGS India has plans to significantly ramp-up its growth over the next 18-24 months while servicing MUFGs global network across Americas EMEA and Asia Pacific About the Role Position Title AVPAML Program Office Corporate Title AVP Reporting to Head of AML Program Office Location Bangalore Job Profile Position details As a key element of the GFCD framework we have a dedicated Anti-Money Laundering AML function The AML function is staffed by a team of high-caliber professionals providing subject-matter expertise in relation to the design implementation and oversight of appropriate systems and controls to prevent the organization from being targeted by criminals for the laundering of the proceeds of criminal activity We work closely with other core areas of GFCD including Sanctions and Anti-Bribery and Corruption to embed a culture of financial crime risk awareness and compliance throughout the organization In EMEA the AML function supports the development and maintenance of a systems and controls framework across our EMEA branch and subsidiary network promoting regional harmonization We are seeking articulate motivated AML professionals to join our function to provide high-quality advice to our core business areas on the assessment mitigation and management of money laundering risk We are seeking individuals that can assist MUFG in developing a gold-standard approach in line with industry best-practice In summary this role requires Supporting the drive for compliance with MUFGs global policies Resolving issues identified via MUFGs testing functions audits regulatory exams programmatic reviews and quality assurance efforts in collaboration with other teams in FCOE related to AML matters Ensuring key processes are run efficiently to deliver quality and reliable information to support the firms business growth and control procedures Developing and integrating these processes with the equivalents in MUFG to deliver a first-class EMEA team Providing support and logistic arrangements to enable FCOE to deliver its change programmeefficiently and effectively across the EMEA region with specific responsibility for the management of AML-related projects In all your activities ensure that the legal entity integrity of MUFG Bank Ltd is respected escalating to your supervisor if you identify any actual or perceived conflicts of interest between them Roles and Responsibilities Contribute to the implementation of and compliance with group policies and procedures governing MUFGs financial crime control framework related to AML including KYC Actively support the management and resolution of issues identified via the testing functions audits regulatory examinations and quality assurance as the AML Programs coordinator Prepare responses to regulatory enquiries coordinating and providing subject matter expertise with regard to regulatory examinations and visits in the EMEA region Ensure that the appropriate Inter Affiliate Agreements IAA are in place for each branch and are reviewed and renewed in line with agreed schedule Support oversight of implementation of GFCD initiatives related to AML including KYC including system rollout and new policy procedure implementation Support the wider Financial Crime disciplines and engagement with key stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and oversight of Financial Crime issues Participating and representing AML Programs Office at Regional such as the EMEA AML Working Group The role is also responsible for Participating and occasionally representing FCOEs interests in projects across MUFG Developing a good understanding of the broader banking and regulatory environment keeping up to date with developments and their impact on MUFG Functional Technical Competencies Candidates with good understanding of AML TM and system data automation are preferred Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software Good writing skill and fluent in English Demonstrated experience in establishing strong credibility to build influential relationships with stakeholders to identify gaps and improvements Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to communicate with people of all levels and cross-borders Client focused and able to deliver on complex tasks Job Requirements Excellent communication skills A proactive motivated approach The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly Strong decision-making skills the ability to demonstrate sound judgement A structured and logical approach to work Strong problem solving skills A creative and innovative approach to work Excellent interpersonal skills The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy A calm approach with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment Strong numerical skills Excellent Microsoft Office skills Education professional qualifications Bachelors degree or above Experience Overall experience of 12-15 years in the Banking and Financial Services industry 5 years of post-qualification relevant work experience within Banking and Financial Services industry A minimum of 3 years in a KYC Transaction Monitoring in a second line function consultancy A strong knowledge of banking and associated systems and controls for Financial Crime Performance of Duties The role holder will be assessed in accordance with their employing entitys performance framework and process with relevant input obtained from the dual hatting entity as relevant As duties and responsibilities change the job description will be reviewed and emended in consultation with the role holder The role holder will carry out other duties as are within the scope spirit and purpose of the role as requested by their line manager or Department Head Managing Conflicts of Interest You will have responsibilities for both Bank and Securities You will be required to perform your duties and responsibilities on an entity neutral basis without favour You are required to follow regulatory requirements applicable to ensure each business is appropriately supported and to maintain the legal entity integrity of each of Bank and Securities Working terms are dictated by functional mandates the terms of the Dual-Hat Arrangement Agreement in place between Bank and Secs turities and any other relevant agreements entered into between Bank and Securities You have responsibility for identifying and resolving where there may be a difference or conflict in needs between Bank and Securities escalating to your manager where required Equal Opportunity Employer The MUFG Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race colour national origin physical appearance religion gender expression gender identity sex age ancestry marital status disability medical condition sexual orientation genetic information or any other protected status of an individual or that individual s associates or relatives or any other classification protected by the applicable laws