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

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