Associate, Client Onboarding, Equity Derivatives

CLSA; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

CLSA is seeking an experienced professional in Hong Kong to support client onboarding and AML/KYC checks within Equity Derivatives. You will handle end-to-end KYC workflows, verify documentation, and liaise with Sales, Compliance, and FATCA teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

You will review and approve cases, escalate exceptions to senior leaders when required, and maintain a comprehensive database for vetting. Strong English and Cantonese communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of account-opening and related processes experience.
• Familiarity with KYC documentation and screening processes.
• Knowledge of Hong Kong AML/CFT regulations and SFC requirements is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end KYC workflow for client onboarding and reviews.
• Ensure compliance with AML/CFT and related regulations.
• Coordinate with Sales, Middle Office, Compliance, FATCA, and clients on documentation.
• Draft approvals for PEPs and special cases per policy.
• Escalate exceptions to senior compliance leadership as needed.
• Maintain a current database of information and documents for vetting.
• Coordinate ISDA/GMRA/GMSLA agreement negotiations and execution papers.

Skills

KYC workflow

AML/CFT knowledge

Stakeholder liaison

Attention to detail

English and Cantonese

Documentation verification

Education

Degree in business/finance

Job description

Position Description

This role sits with Equity Derivatives Department (EQD) and provides support with regards to Client Account Opening and AML/KYC checks related to the business.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Know Your Customer (KYC) workflow process for end-to-end client account opening.
• Ensure that the onboarding and review requirements are in compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Tax evasion and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations and guidelines.
• Primary point in liaising with the internal stakeholders such as Sales, Middle Office, Compliance, FATCA team and clients on KYC documentation collection.
• Perform verification checks to ensure that all documents submitted meet the defined Customer Identification Program. Draft and obtain approvals for Politically Exposed Persons and special cases deviating from the CITIC CLSA Group AML and CFT Policy when necessary.
• Resolve any issues arising from the screening processes in a professional and efficient manner. Timely escalation of exceptions needs to be made to Chief Operating Officer EQD, Regional Head of AML or Group Head of Compliance when necessary.
• Maintain a current database of all information, documents, financial reports, and news on our accounts for Compliance vetting, Legal and Internal Audit.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders i.e. Legal, Credit and counterparty on ISDA/GMRA/GMSLA agreement negotiation including execution paperwork.

Requirements

• Degree holder in business, finance or relevant academic background
• Excellent communication skills with good command in written and spoken English and Cantonese
• 4+ years of account-opening and related processes experience is required
• Knowledge of financial markets and derivative instruments, anti-money laundering regulations and SFC requirements around Hong Kong Professional Investors is desirable
• Familiarity with World Check One or comparable name screening system will be an advantage
• Attentive to details, diligent, independent and able to work under pressure
• Self-motivated, desire to be challenged and eager to learn