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VP, Head - Special Investigations Team, Group Compliance

OCBC
BusinessOCBC SingaporeFull-time2 weeks ago
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About the role

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The VP, Head of Special Investigations Team leads a team within Group Compliance at a bank, overseeing complex investigations into financial crimes such as money laundering, fraud, and sanctions violations. This role involves managing high-risk cases, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Special Investigations Team to conduct complex investigations into potential financial crimes, including money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and sanctions violations.
  • Develop and implement investigation strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure effective detection and resolution of suspicious activities.
  • Oversee the preparation of high-quality investigation reports and present findings to senior management and relevant committees.
  • Collaborate with business units, legal, and other control functions to ensure timely and effective remediation of identified issues.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on financial crime investigations, providing guidance and training to the wider compliance team.
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies on investigation matters as required.
  • Monitor emerging trends and typologies in financial crime to enhance the bank's detection and prevention capabilities.
  • Ensure investigations are conducted in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Requirements

  • Minimum 12 years of experience in financial crime investigations, compliance, or related fields within the banking or financial services industry.
  • Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, and anti-fraud regulations and best practices.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing a team of investigators.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex and sensitive cases.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS or CFE are highly desirable.
  • Experience in dealing with regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies.
  • High level of integrity and ethical standards.