IT Project Manager - Anti Money Laundering Applications
Robert Walters Kuala Lumpur
A leading financial institution in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee the delivery and operations of their Anti-Money Laundering (AMLA) systems. This is a unique opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the organisation’s compliance and operational efficiency, while driving business transformation through technology.
What you'll do:
As an IT Project Manager Anti Money Laundering Applications, you will be entrusted with overseeing the entire spectrum of AMLA system projects—ensuring seamless delivery from conception through post-implementation support. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide technical direction while maintaining open communication channels with business stakeholders.You will review designs alongside users to guarantee that solutions are tailored precisely to organisational needs. By formulating robust test plans and engaging in thorough peer reviews, you will uphold the highest standards of quality assurance.
Your proactive approach in resolving application problems will minimise disruptions to business operations. Additionally, you will monitor system performance closely, implement improvements where necessary, and foster lasting relationships with users by actively participating in their workflows.
Success in this role hinges on your ability to blend deep technical knowledge with exceptional interpersonal skills—ensuring every project not only meets but exceeds expectations.
- Oversee the full lifecycle management of anti-money laundering application projects, from initial planning through to successful implementation and ongoing operations.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members across local and regional development, implementation, maintenance, and operation activities.
- Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to ensure technical resources are aligned with project goals and deliverables.
- Drive strategic initiatives by taking ownership of project strategies that support business transformation, growth, operational efficiency, and compliance requirements.
- Review functional and technical designs with users and specialists to ensure solutions meet user needs and reduce rework.
- Formulate comprehensive test plans including system integration testing (SIT) and performance testing to guarantee high-quality deliverables.
- Lead efforts in problem resolution by investigating application issues, proposing recovery actions or permanent solutions, and escalating when necessary for management attention.
- Engage proactively with application vendors and infrastructure teams to resolve technical challenges efficiently.
- Monitor system performance statistics regularly, implementing tuning or improvement plans as needed to maintain high availability according to service level agreements (SLAs).
- Foster strong relationships with users by participating in their activities, understanding their work processes, and exceeding expectations through high-quality design.
What you bring:
To excel as an IT Project Manager Anti Money Laundering Applications, you will bring a wealth of proven experience managing large-scale technology projects within regulated environments. Your background should include significant exposure to both application support functions and core infrastructure components such as server setup or network administration.A deep understanding of solution architecture principles—especially those relevant to anti-money laundering or compliance-driven applications—is essential. You will have demonstrated your ability to manage complex projects from start to finish using structured methodologies like SDLC while consistently delivering results on time.
Your technical proficiency should extend across Oracle platforms with a particular focus on enhancing FCCM functionalities where possible. In addition to these hard skills, your capacity for building strong partnerships—with vendors as well as internal teams—will set you apart.
Analytical thinking is crucial for diagnosing issues quickly; meanwhile your commitment to compliance ensures all processes adhere strictly to industry standards. Above all else, your approachable manner enables you to connect meaningfully with colleagues at every level—creating an environment where everyone feels supported.
- Minimum 10-15 years’ experience leading medium to large-scale IT projects within information technology environments focused on project management and solution architecture.
- Extensive background in end-to-end project delivery encompassing application support as well as infrastructure knowledge covering server setup, network configuration, automation tools, storage solutions, backup procedures, and database management.
- Demonstrated expertise in IT solution architecture including analysis, design, development of applications—particularly within AMLA/CDD/compliance domains.
- Proven track record as an IT Project Manager managing projects from initiation through closure using established methodologies such as SDLC while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
- Comprehensive understanding of project management processes including roles/responsibilities required for effective end-to-end delivery/support.
- Technical aptitude across Oracle applications coupled with broad knowledge spanning information technology process domains; experience improving Oracle FCCM functionalities is highly desirable.
- Strong vendor management skills complemented by the ability to build rapport with internal/external stakeholders at all levels for effective collaboration.
- Exceptional analytical abilities enabling you to investigate complex system problems thoroughly before proposing practical solutions or recovery actions.
- Commitment to upholding IT standards/policies—including security protocols—and ensuring all documentation complies with audit requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills allowing you to engage constructively with users while fostering trust-based relationships that contribute positively towards long-term organisational goals.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to fostering a collaborative environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to promote work-life balance without compromising on professional growth.The company invests heavily in continuous learning through comprehensive training programmes that keep staff at the forefront of technological advancements. Generous pension contributions reflect their dedication not just to immediate job satisfaction but also long-term financial wellbeing.
The leadership team is known for being supportive—encouraging open communication across departments so that innovative ideas can flourish collectively rather than individually. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords here; they are embedded into daily practices ensuring everyone feels welcome regardless of background or experience level.
As part of this forward-thinking institution you’ll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable peers who are always willing share insights or lend assistance whenever needed—making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork above all else.
What's next:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey by joining a respected financial institution dedicated to excellence in technology-driven compliance solutions—this is your chance!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided below; don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive team environment.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
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