ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ADVISORY SERVICES
We support Reporting Institutions in Malaysia with practical AML/CFT compliance solutions aligned with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) requirements and the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA).
Types of organisations we support:
Financial Institutions
Banks and licensed financial institutions regulated by BNM
Fintech & Payment Service Providers
e-Money issuers, payment gateways and digital financial service providers
Insurance & Takaful Operators
Insurance companies and takaful providers
Designated Non-Financial Businesses & Professions (DNFBPs)
Deals in precious metals and stones, legal professionals, company secretaries, accountants, auditors, casinos and real estate agents
Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs)
Money changers, credit community providers and pawnbrokers
Our Key Services
ENTERPRISE-WIDE RISK ASSESSMENT
Identify and assess your organisation's exposure to money laundering and terrorism financing risks through risk evaluation across customers, products, geographies and channels segments.
AML GAP ASSESSMENT
Assess your current AML/CFT framework against regulatory requirements and industry best practices through identification of gaps and providing enhancement areas.
THEMATIC REVIEW
Conduct deep-dive review into specific AML/CFT areas such as Customer Due Diligence (CDD), transaction monitoring or sanction screening to help improve effectiveness of key compliance controls.
AML POLICY & PROCESS DESIGN
Design AML/CFT policies, procedures and workflow tailored to your business and regulatory obligations. Ensures alignment with BNM expectations and operational practicality.
AML SYSTEM ADOPTION
Support your AML system journey, from requirements definition to vendor selection and implementation. Ensures the system suits your business needs and compliance requirements.
How This Helps You
Our approach focuses on identifying risks, strengthening controls and ensuring your AML/CFT framework is both compliant and operationally effective.
Strengthen compliance with local regulatory requirements and align with industry best practices.
Minimise exposure to regulatory findings, penalties or enforcement actions through early detection.
Enhance documentation, processes and controls to better withstand internal audits and regulatory reviews.
Implement practical, risk-based solutions that are aligned to your business size and complexity without unnecessary operational burden.
Leadership
ASHLEY MONTANO
Ashley works with AML-regulated businesses, fintechs and SMEs within the APAC region to design and implement practical AML/CFT and financial crime compliance frameworks. With experience across both industry and advisory environments, she brings a grounded understanding of how compliance operates in practice.
