Analyst/ Associate, KYC Compliance, Private Bank

PineSearch Consulting; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

PineSearch Consulting's client, an international private bank, is seeking an Analyst for its KYC Compliance team in Hong Kong.

You will review client profiles for wealth sources and ownership structures, assess risk factors, and perform screening in line with regulatory standards, working with Front Office and AML colleagues to ensure timely, high-quality files.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in KYC due diligence, HKMA AML knowledge, and fluent English and Chinese.

Qualifications

• KYC due diligence experience in private banking.
• Knowledge of HKMA AML requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure KYC reviews meet regulatory standards.
• Review client profiles for source of wealth and ownership structures.
• Assess money laundering, fraud, and sanctions risk on client accounts.
• Perform screening and alert adjudication.
• Collaborate with Front Office and AML teams to ensure timely, high-quality files.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English & Chinese fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is an international private bank. They are now looking for a Analyst in their KYC Compliance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring KYC (Know Your Client) reviews are in line with regulatory standards
• Review existing client profiles to ensure Source of Wealth corroboration, review of corporate structures and performance of beneficial ownership drilldown
• Assessment of money laundering, fraud, reputational risk, and sanctions risk factors on client accounts
• Perform screening and relevant alert adjudication
• Work in partnership with Front Office and Anti Money Laundering colleagues to ensure files are completed in a timely manner and with high quality

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in KYC due diligence within the private banking sector.
• In-depth knowledge of HKMA's AML (Anti-Money Laundering) requirements and risk assessment practices.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese.