Financial Crime Analyst - APAC

Role Purpose

The Financial Crime Analyst is a Malaysia-based role within Wirex’s Global Risk & Compliance function, responsible for supporting the effective operation of financial crime controls across the APAC region.

The role focuses on the execution of day-to-day financial crime compliance activities, including

customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, suspicious transaction reporting, and periodic reviews, while supporting the Director of Financial Crime and APAC MLROs in meeting regulatory and law enforcement obligations. The role does not hold MLRO accountability but plays a critical part in the identification, investigation, and escalation of financial crime risk.

This position is open to candidates based in Malaysia.

We require someone who speaks and writes fluently in the English language.  

We kindly request that all resumes are submitted in English, please.

Working Hours & Schedule

• 40 hours per week, typically 8 hours per day excluding meal breaks.
• Working hours will fall within the operational window of 9:00am – 7:00pm.
• Exact daily shifts will be determined by the company roster.
• The role operates on a rostered five (5) days on, two (2) days off (5/2) schedule.
• Saturday and Sunday may form part of the regular working week.
• Weekend working may be a permanent and essential requirement of the role.
• Rest days will be scheduled according to the team roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AML and financial crime investigations and prepare internal suspicious transaction reports (STRs) for escalation in accordance with internal procedures.
• Review and support the escalation of alerts relating to adverse media, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and sanctions screening.
• Perform ongoing customer monitoring activities, including enhanced due diligence (EDD) and periodic customer reviews.
• Undertake transaction monitoring and investigations across both fiat and crypto products, identifying unusual or potentially suspicious activity.
• Support transaction testing, data validation, and the ongoing enhancement and optimisation of transaction monitoring systems, scenarios, and rules.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the APAC and Global Risk & Compliance teams to resolve regulatory, AML/CFT, and operational compliance matters.
• Provide operational support to the Director of Financial Crime, APAC Head of Compliance, and APAC MLROs (including Singapore and Australia) on ongoing projects, regulatory requests, and ad hoc matters.
• Carry out other duties as reasonably assigned, consistent with the nature and level of the role.

Experience & Skills Required

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an AML/CFT, financial crime, or compliance operations role, with hands-on exposure to investigations, alert handling, and escalation processes.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to document  investigations clearly and accurately.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities independently.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency, digital assets, or blockchain-based products is desirable.
• Experience working within a licensed financial institution or payments services provider is advantageous.
• Knowledge of APAC regulatory expectations (e.g., Malaysia, Singapore, Australia) is beneficial but not essential.

Wirex Behaviours

• Ability to promote collaboration and sharing.
• Contributes to creating a positive environment.
• Passionate about their area of expertise.
• Takes initiative, and drives innovations for our customers.
• Establishes high personal goals.
• Works towards collective success.
• Inspires and supports others to succeed.

Benefits

• Generous leave + Public Holidays.
• Paid Charity Day.
• Flexible working hours and remote working.
• Company-provided equipment.
• Annual training and development budget.
• Extensive opportunity to grow your career at an innovative FinTech.

If you believe you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join Wirex and help shape the future of digital money.

About Us

At Wirex, we’re redefining how the world uses digital money. From launching the first crypto-enabled debit card to giving everyday users access to digital currencies and rewards, we’re making finance more accessible.

With more than 6 million users across 130+ countries, Wirex is building a future where digital currency works for everyone.