Lead Risk & Compliance (QA)

About Capco Capco, a Wipro company, is a global technology and management consultancy specializing in digital transformation for the financial services industry. We partner with more than 100 leading global organizations across banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, and insurance to deliver data‑driven solutions and accelerate transformation outcomes. At Capco, we operate at the intersection of business, technology, and regulation, combining innovative thinking with deep industry expertise. Our work is brought to life through our Innovation Labs, diverse talent, and award‑winning Be Yourself At Work culture. As we continue to grow across APAC, we are committed to maintaining our agile, entrepreneurial mindset while hiring outstanding talent. Role Overview Capco is seeking an experienced Lead Risk & Compliance – Quality Assurance (QA) to support financial services clients in overseeing and strengthening their AML, CFT, and KYC control frameworks. In this role, you will be responsible for quality assurance and quality control (QC) across key financial crime processes, including AML screening, transaction monitoring, and KYC/customer due diligence (CDD) activities. You will play a critical role in identifying control gaps, ensuring regulatory alignment, and driving continuous improvement across risk and compliance operations. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Control Conduct regular QC reviews across financial crime processes, including: AML screening (automated and manual, including adverse media screening) Transaction monitoring KYC and customer due diligence (CDD) processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal standards Assess the effectiveness of controls, identify process gaps, and recommend practical improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance Ensure consistent application of AML, CFT, and KYC policies and procedures across teams Stakeholder Engagement & Issue Resolution Collaborate closely with operations, compliance, and risk stakeholders to resolve issues and remediate findings Provide regular progress updates to Team Leads and key stakeholders Facilitate discussions and working sessions to drive alignment and decision‑making Reporting & Governance Prepare clear, detailed QC and QA reports, outlining findings, root causes, risk impact, and actionable recommendations Support governance processes by tracking issues, remediation plans, and closure timelines Capability Building Deliver training and coaching sessions to stakeholders and operational teams to address gaps and strengthen understanding of AML, CFT, and KYC expectations Act as a subject‑matter reference on financial crime QA best practices Experience & Qualifications Required Experience Minimum 6 years’ experience in AML and Counter‑Terrorism Financing (CFT) within a SME or Corporate Banking environment Strong hands‑on experience in AML screening and transaction monitoring, with exposure to KYC / CDD processes Proven experience conducting quality control, quality assurance, or second‑line reviews Solid understanding of regulatory expectations and control frameworks within banking environments Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders Preferred Experience Experience delivering training or capability uplift initiatives Familiarity with Singapore AML/CFT regulations and supervisory guidelines Experience working in or supporting regional or cross‑border financial services operations Language & Soft Skills Proficiency in English and Chinese (written and spoken) due to project needs.  Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet delivery commitments Collaborative, accountable team player with strong stakeholder‑management capability Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to solve problems creatively and pragmatically Hours of Operation Standard working hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, fully office based.  Public holidays aligned to the Singapore public holiday calendar. Replacement leave given if work day falls on MY public holiday.  Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs, agreed in advance Overtime, where applicable, is subject to productivity targets being met and appropriate team coverage Why Join Capco? Partner with leading global financial institutions Be part of a fast‑growing APAC practice with strong career progression opportunities Thrive in an inclusive, entrepreneurial, and high‑performance culture Offices: Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur);