KYC - Investment Banking

Michael Page; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Valuable experience in Banking Industry

Focus on compliance and operational excellence

Job summary

A top-tier US investment bank in Hong Kong is seeking a professional specializing in KYC, EDD, and AML for client onboarding. This role focuses on managing periodic reviews, handling investor classifications, and addressing financial crime risks. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have at least 2 years of experience in the banking industry. Fluency in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English is essential. This opportunity offers significant career development within a reputable financial institution.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of KYC and Client Onboarding requirements.
• At least 2 years of experience in the Banking Industry.
• Proficient in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
• Proficient in Cantonese, English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Manage KYC periodic reviews and ensure adherence to policies.
• Handle regular review cycles and update client profiles.
• Evaluate risks for high-risk clients through enhanced due diligence.
• Address AML concerns and ensure proper escalation.
• Investigate screening true hits and coordinate with teams.
• Prepare EDD and PEP summaries outlining findings, screening results and risk mitigation.

Skills

KYC knowledge

AML compliance

Due diligence

Client onboarding

Fluency in Cantonese

Fluency in Mandarin

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Customer onboarding systems

Job description

We are seeking a CDD/EDD/KYC/AML/Client On boarding professional to join a Top tier US investment banking with dynamic career development.

Client Details

The organisation is a large financial institution within the Banking & Financial Services sector. It is known for its strong presence in the industry and commitment to delivering high-quality services to its clients.

Description

• Manage KYC periodic reviews and ensure adherence to policies and timelines.
• Handle regular review cycles, including investor classifications and profile updates.
• Evaluate financial crime risks for high‑risk clients through enhanced due diligence.
• Address AML concerns across APAC business units and ensure proper escalation.
• Investigate screening true hits and coordinate with teams to obtain required information.
• Prepare EDD and PEP summaries outlining findings, screening results and risk mitigation.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economic, Law, Business Administration, or related fields preferred.
• Strong understanding of Periodic Review or Client Onboarding requirements, including customer identification programs, due diligence, and enhanced due diligence processes.
• At least 2+ years experience in Banking Industry.
• Proficient in Cantonese, English and Mandarin.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Banking Industry.
• Work in a large organisation with a focus on compliance and operational excellence.