Job Overview:
We welcome high-calibre candidates who have experience in AML/KYC or client onboarding in financial institutions, and show interest in working in a fast-paced fintech environment. As a KYC Associate, you would act as a reviewer to conduct due-diligence on corporate clients of all risk ratings and high-risk individuals. You will play a critical role in ensuring our operations adhere to global compliance standards and regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibilities:
Perform Due Dilgence for corporate clients and Enhanced Due Dilgence for high-risk individuals, including PEPs, Adverse News, Sanctions, and other ML risk factors. Process account opening/ periodic reviews, maintenance requests and static data updating requests in a timely manner
Ensure all documentation received is updated, accurate and completed.
Analyze high-risk individual profiles to identify gaps in SOW information and corroboration.
Perform name screening and desktop search on subject clients and their related parties. Ensure all the alert clearance records are properly documented with reasonable rationale.
Identify ML risk associated with the client profile and write up an escalation report to Compliance/ RO when necessary.
Comprehend AML/CFT regulation and internal group policy in order to advise the Sales and Customer Service team regarding KYC matters during client onboarding process
Collaborate with technology teams to enhance KYC and risk assessment tools and processes.
Assist with ad-hoc projects in relation to KYC matters during the client's lifecycle
Collaborate with team members and act as checker to ensure KYC completion of corporate clients
Job Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in banks, forex / currency exchanges with account opening & periodic reviews experience
Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent
Familiar in performing CDD reviews/ screening via system
Familiar in AML/KYC/Regulatory requirements which adhere to global standard
Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.
Possess strong communication and analytical skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to improve existing processes
Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work well under pressure
English and Mandarin are essential