About The Team

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance Associate – AML to join our Compliance team. This role focuses on Anti-Money Laundering (AML/CFT) operations, transaction monitoring, KYC/CDD execution, and the preparation of regulatory reports submitted to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV). The role reports directly to the Compliance Lead and plays a critical part in maintaining our AML compliance posture in line with Vietnam's regulatory requirements for payment intermediaries and fintech.

Job Description

AML / CFT Operations (Primary):

Oversee AML/CFT operations including transaction monitoring and suspicious transaction review; make decisions on escalated cases.
Conduct KYM assessments; perform customer/merchant risk classification and maintain the AML/CFT risk matrix.
Develop and maintain AML/CFT internal policies, procedures, and controls; ensure alignment with applicable regulations and internal standards.
Coordinate with relevant departments (Operations, Product, Customer Service) to investigate flagged transactions and ensure timely resolution.
Deliver AML/CFT awareness training to employees as assigned, including onboarding training for new staff and annual mandatory training sessions.
Support internal audits and regulatory inspections related to AML/CFT; prepare relevant documentation and evidence as required.
Coordinate with internal teams to handle AML-related compliance incidents and follow up on corrective actions.

SBV Regulatory Reporting

Review, prepare, and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) and other AML/CFT regulatory filings to SBV, MPS, and other relevant authorities as required.
Track reporting deadlines, coordinate with relevant teams to gather required data, and maintain proper records for all regulatory submissions.
Other required ad hoc tasks

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field
Minimum 2 years of experience in AML/CFT compliance, preferably in fintech, banking, or other SBV-licensed financial institutions.
Good understanding of Vietnam's AML/CFT regulatory framework and international AML/CFT standards and best practices (e.g., FATF Recommendations).
Good interpersonal and coordination skills; comfortable working across teams
Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to handle multiple tasks
Quick and proactive learner.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Proficient in office software; comfortable working with data for reporting purposes (Excel, basic data analysis).
Capable of handling high pressure and intense workloads.

Associate, AML/CFT Compliance, ShopeePay

Associate, AML/CFT Compliance, ShopeePay