Specialist, Know Your Customer, SME Banking

DBS Bank; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank in Hong Kong is seeking a Compliance professional to manage CDD/KYC processes, ensure AML regulatory adherence, and oversee onboarding reviews for corporate clients. The role focuses on robust risk controls and efficient customer onboarding within a regulated environment.

The candidate will work closely with Front Office and Compliance teams, ensuring timely reviews, accurate documentation, and proactive risk management in the Asia Pacific region.

Qualifications

• University graduate, preferably in Finance.
• 4+ years of CDD/KYC or risk & control experience.
• Strong business writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Knowledge of AML and sanctions regulatory frameworks.
• Risk awareness and knowledge of APAC regional developments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct CDD and onboarding reviews to ensure AML/KYC compliance.
• Manage CDD reviews and onboarding requests for timely completion.
• Handle queries with high regulatory standards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Highlight deficiencies and escalate to management as needed.
• Participate in initiatives to enhance internal efficiency and customer experience.
• Stay updated on AML/CFT developments impacting due diligence.

Skills

CDD/KYC experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge AML/Sanctions

Education

University graduate in Finance

Job description

Business Function

Corporate and Investment Banking provides corporate customers with a full range of commercial banking products and services, including cash management services, current accounts, time deposits, trade finance, working capital finance, term loans and foreign exchange. Through our continued commitment, DBS has cultivated long-standing relationships with its customers in the region that are based on account relationship management, service differentiation, product development and rigorous credit standards.

Business Function

Corporate and Investment Banking provides corporate customers with a full range of commercial banking products and services, including cash management services, current accounts, time deposits, trade finance, working capital finance, term loans and foreign exchange. Through our continued commitment, DBS has cultivated long-standing relationships with its customers in the region that are based on account relationship management, service differentiation, product development and rigorous credit standards.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Front Office to conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) to ensure full compliance with AML/ KYC related policies and regulatory requirements / expectations during corporate banking customer onboarding and CDD reviews
• Effectively and efficiently manage CDD reviews and onboarding requests to ensure timely completion
• Maintain high standard of excellence in handling internal and external customer queries in view of the stringent regulatory requirements
• Highlight deficiencies, suspicious or other non-compliance issues to relevant parties and management
• Participate actively in adhoc initiatives to enhance internal operational efficiency, employee journey and customer experience
• Keep abreast of local and global AML / CFT developments that impact due diligence and ensure compliance with all other controls and processes

Qualifications

• University graduate, preferably in Finance
• 4+ years of CDD/KYC or risk & control related experience
• Good business writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks related to AML and sanctions
• Strong sense of risk awareness, knowledge of business environment and industry developments within the Asia Pacific region.

Skills Preferred

• Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Associate AML Professional (AAMLP), International Compliance Association (ICA) Diploma/Certification in AML or other relevant CDD/KYC/AML professional qualifications
• Ability to be client centric while balancing business needs and controls

Location:

One Island East

Job:

Compliance

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time