KYC specialist (Corporate & Institutional Banking)

China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a KYC Specialist for Corporate & Institutional Banking. You will support the corporate bundle division, collaborating with relationship managers, compliance and operations to ensure onboarding and reviews meet regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes stringent risk management, detailed documentation, and proactive issue resolution across KYC/AML processes, with opportunities to contribute to audits and regulatory

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
• Minimum 3 years of banking experience in KYC, AML, CDD or risk related functions.
• ECF qualification preferred.
• Sound banking operations and compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC and CDD reviews for corporate & institutional clients.
• Verify client documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform periodic KYC reviews and trigger-based event-driven reviews.
• Monitor client transactions for suspicious activity and escalate red flags.
• Ensure KYC processes comply with HKMA, MAS, FCA and FATF guidelines.
• Prepare/regulatory reports related to KYC/AML findings.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers, Compliance, and Operations to resolve issues.
• Participate in internal audits and regulatory inspections.

Skills

KYC knowledge

Analytical reasoning

Bilingual English Chinese

Regulatory awareness

Education

University degree in Finance/Economics/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KYC specialist (Corporate & Institutional Banking)

We are looking for a detail-oriented and compliance-driven KYC Specialist to join Corporate Banking Committee Office, supporting corporate bundle division.

This role will be responsible for v This role will work closely with relationship managers, compliance officers, and operations teams to ensure that all client onboarding, periodic reviews, and event-driven refreshes are conducted in full compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.

This is a critical role that balances operational efficiency with rigorous risk management, contributing to the bank’s commitment to integrity and financial crime prevention.

Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews for corporate & institutions clients. Verify client documentation (e.g., incorporation certificates, board resolutions, financial statements, regulatory licenses) to ensure completeness and accuracy

Perform periodic KYC reviews and trigger-based event-driven reviews (e.g., change in ownership, adverse media alerts) for existing clients

Monitor client transactions and behavior for suspicious activity, escalating red flags to the AML team as necessary. Maintain up-to-date client risk profiles, including risk ratings based on jurisdiction, industry, and transaction patterns

Ensure all KYC processes adhere to local and international regulations (e.g., HKMA, MAS, FCA, FATF recommendations). Prepare and submit regulatory reports related to KYC/AML findings, as required.

Work closely with Relationship Managers, Compliance Officers, and Operations teams to resolve KYC-related issues and streamline onboarding workflows.

Participate in internal audits and regulatory inspections related to KYC/AML compliance.

Requirements:

University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.

Minimum 3 years of relevant banking experience in business management / CDD / AML / risk related functions

Qualification in ECF is preferred

Sound banking operation and compliance knowledge

Details conscious with good analytical reasoning

Independent, committed, proactive and responsible

Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua is an advantage.

Ability to work and thrive in a fast changing, results driven environment

Familiarize with Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel & PowerPoint is an advantage

Candidate with less experience would be considered for a junior grade

Applicants who are not contacted within 8 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful and their personal data will be retained by the bank for a period up to two years.

All information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only and will be used strictly in accordance with the bank’s personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited (“CCB (Asia)”) is the comprehensive and integrated commercial banking platform of China Construction Bank Corporation (“CCB”) in Hong Kong. Currently, CCB (Asia) has 38 service outlets in Hong Kong and offers a wide array of banking products and services to customers, including personal banking services, commercial banking services, corporate banking services, private banking services, treasury business and cross-border financial services, etc.

We’re inviting high caliber professionals to share our vision and mark our success together.

China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited (“CCB (Asia)”) is the comprehensive and integrated commercial banking platform of China Construction Bank Corporation (“CCB”) in Hong Kong. Currently, CCB (Asia) has 38 service outlets in Hong Kong and offers a wide array of banking products and services to customers, including personal banking services, commercial banking services, corporate banking services, private banking services, treasury business and cross-border financial services, etc.

We’re inviting high caliber professionals to share our vision and mark our success together.