EDD Officer

Black Swan; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities firm is seeking an EDD Officer based in London to lead their due diligence activities concerning China and wider Asia. The position requires 2-5 years of experience in a similar role, strong OSINT skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams. Ideal candidates should be able to maintain accurate KYC records and conduct thorough risk assessments. The firm offers a competitive salary, substantial bonuses, and career development opportunities within a high-performing environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Considerable bonus

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in a Due Diligence role in London, with strong focus on Asia markets.
• Experience with KYC records and global AML compliance.
• Full rights to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence research on counterparties in China and Asia.
• Review corporate structures and assess risks associated with ownership.
• Maintain KYC records in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Enhanced Due Diligence research

Risk assessments

Collaboration with compliance and legal teams

OSINT experience

Mandarin or Cantonese speaking

Job description

• Perform thorough Enhanced Due Diligence research on new and existing counterparties in China and wider Asia, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, reviewing corporate structures, beneficial ownership, and source of wealth/funds.
• Collaborate with front office, compliance, and legal teams to gather, validate and write documentation.
• Maintain accurate KYC records in line with global AML, sanctions, and regulatory requirements.
• Support ongoing projects and initiatives within the compliance/KYC function.

  2-5 years in a Due Diligence role in London, within Asia markets, China experience highly desirable.

• Strong experience using OSINT.
• Mandarin or Cantonese speaking desirable.
• Based in the UK with full rights to work in the UK.

  Black Swan Group is working with a leading commodities firm to hire an EDD Officer to lead on their China and wider Asian Due Diligence activities out of their London office.

  Competitive salary, considerable bonus and benefits package.

• Opportunity to work with a global market leader in commodities.
• Exposure to complex and international due diligence projects.
• Career progression and professional development within a high-performing environment.