KYC/CDD, Associate

Pacific Focus; Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 400 000 - 700 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pacific Focus is seeking an experienced Associate to join its Client Onboarding team in Hong Kong. You will manage end-to-end KYC and CDD processes for clients across Greater China, upholding high standards against financial crime.

You will act as an SME, supporting Relationship Managers and Compliance. You will conduct CDD/EDD checks, perform four-eye quality control, and collaborate with Compliance on regulatory updates, FATCA/CRS, and regional projects.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in business, finance, law or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in AML, KYC, compliance or banking operations.
• Strong knowledge of HKMA guidelines, AMLO regulatory requirements, and client onboarding lifecycles.

Responsabilités

• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) checks.
• Perform four-eye quality control reviews on CDD files prior to sign-off.
• Reach out to clients with Relationship Managers to gather documentation.
• Collaborate with Compliance on regulatory updates, audits and AML policy alignment.
• Handle FATCA/CRS reporting and maintain client database records.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to regional projects.

Connaissances

KYC knowledge

AML

Compliance

Banking operations

English & Mandarin

Formation

Degree in Business/Finance/Law

Description du poste

We are looking for an experienced Associate to join a leading global bank in the Client Onboarding team in Hong Kong. In this role, you will manage end-to-end KYC and CDD processes for new and existing clients across Greater China while upholding high standards against financial crime. You will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting team members and working closely with Relationship Managers and Compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) checks, including source of funds/wealth assessments, screening, and transaction profiling.
• Perform four-eye quality control reviews on completed CDD files prior to final sign-off.
• Reach out directly to clients alongside Relationship Managers to gather necessary documentation.
• Collaborate with Compliance on regulatory updates, audit inquiries, and AML policy alignment.
• Handle FATCA/CRS reporting and keep all client database records accurate and up to date.
• Mentor junior team members, assist with management reporting, and contribute to regional projects.

What We Are Looking For

• Degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in AML, KYC, compliance, or banking operations.
• Strong knowledge of HKMA guidelines, AMLO regulatory requirements, and client onboarding lifecycles.
• Proven capability in handling complex EDD cases and analyzing transaction profiles.
• Professional fluency in both spoken and written English and Mandarin.
• High level of attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and resilience under deadline pressure.