Ipb Aml Investigations Asia Pacific, Vp

Job Title IPB AML Investigations Asia Pacific VP Location Bangalore India Corporate Title VP Role Description The purpose of Anti-Financial Crime Financial Crime Operations AFC FCO is to monitor transactions and identify potentially unusual or suspicious activity with the aim of detecting and preventing the misuse of products and accounts for money laundering or terrorist financing ML TF The primary focus of this role is to investigate cases whether manually created or generated by transaction monitoring TM systems in accordance with the Investigation Guidelines This is a leadership position responsible for managing a team of Level 2 investigators based at the India Offshore Hub ensuring high-quality investigations and alignment with global financial crime compliance standards The Asia-Pacific Anti-Financial Crime AFC Department supports Deutsche Bank businesses in the region manage AFC risk is responsible for ensuring that related processes are in place and that all policies procedures and guidelines conform to internal DB policies as well as all applicable laws and regulations The VP - AML Investigations Asia Pacific will lead the Level 2 AML Investigations team based in India responsible for conducting in-depth reviews of alerts escalated from Level 1 This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of the bank s financial crime controls particularly for Private Banking clients The successful candidate will bring strong investigative expertise product knowledge and leadership capabilities and will collaborate closely with regional stakeholders to ensure alignment with global standards and regulatory expectations What we ll offer you As part of our flexible scheme here are just some of the benefits that you ll enjoy Best in class leave policy Gender neutral parental leaves 100 reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit gender neutral Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents Accident and Term life Insurance Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs and above Your key responsibilities Depending on the experience of the candidate some or all the following responsibilities will be assigned Lead and oversee the end-to-end investigation process for AML transaction monitoring alerts escalated to Level 2 ensuring proper triage analysis and escalation of suspicious activity in accordance with global and local regulatory requirements Supervise mentor and develop a team of AML investigators providing technical guidance and conducting regular training on emerging financial crime trends and typologies Act as the primary point of contact for complex and high-profile alerts or cases Champion process improvements including participation in system tuning rules calibration user acceptance testing UAT and the implementation of new monitoring tools and case management systems Oversee the preparation and submission of high-quality management information dashboards and reports for senior management regional and global forums Coordinate with cross-border teams and regional compliance leads supporting regulatory inquiries audits and remediation efforts Provide subject matter expertise for policy and procedure development as well as input into AFC strategy and risk assessments Represent the department in regional and global working groups forums and industry committees ensuring the team is at the forefront of best practices and regulatory change Ensure high standards of documentation quality compliance with SOPs and timely closure of cases across all jurisdictions Drive a culture of operational excellence quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives Your skills and experience 9-12 years relevant experience in AML transaction monitoring or investigations roles within a financial institution regulatory body or law enforcement at least 4 years in a leadership or managerial capacity Strong background in private banking wealth management products and diverse business lines as well as exposure to complex cross-border transactions particularly in the APAC region Experience managing offshore teams and cross-border workflows Familiarity with MAS and HKMA regulatory frameworks Demonstrated expertise in AML typologies transaction monitoring systems and case management platforms such as Actimize Mantas or equivalent tools Strong technical knowledge of AML CTF legislation regulatory requirements especially in Singapore and or Hong Kong and industry best practices Exceptional analytical investigative and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to handle complex data-driven cases Experience in regulatory reviews internal audits and remediation initiatives Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to present findings and recommendations effectively to senior management and stakeholders Education Qualifications Required Relevant AML or related certifications CAMS ICA Diploma etc Relevant tertiary qualifications bachelor s or master s degree in finance Law Business Administration or related field Demonstrated experience engaging with regulatory authorities or contributing to industry forums is highly valued Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools is considered an asset Personal Attributes Background Work Experience Required Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Strong analytical and decision-making abilities Team player Proactive and able to take initiative Must be able to handle stressful situations while maintaining a professional approach to problem solving Language Required Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English required Additional proficiency in an Asian language would be a plus How we ll support you Training and development to help you excel in your career 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 About us and our teams Please visit our company website for further information We strive for a in which we are empowered to excel together every day This includes acting responsibly thinking commercially taking initiative and working collaboratively Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people Together we are Deutsche Bank Group We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive fair and inclusive work environment