AML/KYC Compliance Associate - Onboarding & Risk

Baxian; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced AML Reviewer to handle client onboarding, evaluate high-risk clients, and maintain KYC documentation. The ideal candidate holds a degree in finance or related fields and has strong skills in data analysis tools such as Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in AML-KYC is essential, and the role offers the opportunity to work independently in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance, economics, accounting, or legal field.
• Strong proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
• Good command of English (both oral and written).
• Preferably 2 years’ experience in AML – KYC & Customer Due Diligence.

Responsibilities

• Act as first or second layer reviewer for all AML file reviews and onboarding new clients.
• Review and evaluate high-risk clients including PEPs and OHR clients.
• Assist the Compliance Team Lead on other ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Word

Strong communication in English

Independent working

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or legal field

Tools

World Check

SharePoint

Job description

A financial services company in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced AML Reviewer to handle client onboarding, evaluate high-risk clients, and maintain KYC documentation. The ideal candidate holds a degree in finance or related fields and has strong skills in data analysis tools such as Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in AML-KYC is essential, and the role offers the opportunity to work independently in a challenging environment.