Due Diligence Compliance Analyst

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a CDD Analyst to join a leading global organisation within the energy sector. This role involves performing CDD screenings, managing cases, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have a minimum of 3 years of experience in CDD, AML/KYC, or related areas. The opportunity includes a hybrid working arrangement, structured training, and coverage of medical expenses.

Benefits

Covered Medical Expenses

Opportunities for global exposure

Structured training and development pathways

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in CDD, AML/KYC, Compliance, or related fields.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Proactive and analytical approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform CDD screening and assessments on counterparties.
• Monitor and prioritise assigned cases in the CDD tool.
• Conduct on-demand screenings and review monitoring alerts.
• Document rationale for decisions within the CDD tool.
• Provide guidance and expertise to business requestors.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Written English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, or related field

Professional certifications (ACAMS or ICA)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform CDD screening and assessments on counterparties in line with the risk-based CDD process and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor and prioritise assigned cases in the CDD tool to ensure timely delivery.
• Conduct on-demand screenings and review continuous monitoring alerts for potential new matches.
• Validate screening matches, assess relevance, and recommend next steps—including escalation or higher-level due diligence when necessary.
• Document complete rationale for all decisions within the CDD tool to maintain a clear audit trail.
• Issue CDD request forms to counterparties, review returned documentation, and recommend appropriate risk ratings.
• Prepare and communicate mitigating actions to business requestors where necessary.
• Ensure all documentation and data are stored securely in accordance with CDD policies and data privacy requirements.
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise to business requestors to ensure correct application of CDD rigor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as ACAMS or ICA are an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in CDD, Pre‑Qualification, AML/KYC, Compliance, Finance, or related fields.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and analytical approach.

Company background

Our client is a leading global organisation in the energy sector, renowned for its innovation, sustainability, and commitment to operational excellence. With a strong global presence, they are at the forefront of driving progress in the industry and delivering high-quality solutions. As a company that values integrity, safety, and corporate responsibility, they offer an exciting and dynamic work environment for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits & Contract

• Contract: 1 Year
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Covered Medical Expenses.
• Opportunities to work in a global, compliance-driven environment.
• Exposure to cross‑functional collaboration with Ethics & Compliance, Legal, and commercial teams.
• Structured training, continuous learning, and development pathways.