Assistant Manager - FCU

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Assistant Manager for our Financial Crime Unit (FCU). In this role, you will assist in leading the day-to-day operations of the FCU, ensuring the company remains compliant with all anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and fraud prevention regulations.

You will support the FCU Manager in supervising analysts, managing complex investigations, and implementing robust risk mitigation strategies to protect the company's financial integrity and reputation.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of FCU analysts in conducting daily monitoring, transaction analysis, and investigations into suspicious activities. * Oversee the end-to-end investigation process of high-risk alerts, ensuring timely and accurate filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) in accordance with regulatory timelines.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and enhancement of financial crime detection models, policies, and operational procedures. * Act as a point of escalation for complex financial crime cases, providing expert guidance and making informed decisions on risk mitigation. * Prepare comprehensive reports and metrics on FCU activities, trends, and compliance status for senior management and regulatory bodies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Compliance, Risk Management, and external law enforcement agencies, to resolve financial crime issues. * Conduct regular training sessions for team members and broader staff to raise awareness of financial crime typologies and regulatory compliance. Job Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.

• Professional certification in financial crime prevention (e.g., CAMS, CFE, or ICA) is highly preferred. * Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in compliance, anti-money laundering, fraud investigation, or financial crime prevention within the financial services industry. * At least 1–2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role, with a proven track record of managing and mentoring team members.

• Deep knowledge of local and international financial crime regulations, AML/CFT laws, and industry best practices. * Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify suspicious patterns. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting detailed investigative reports and presenting findings to stakeholders.

• Proficiency in using AML transaction monitoring systems, fraud detection software, and data analysis tools. Any Graduates