Internship – Central Compliance Unit

BDO International; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Malaysia, part of the global BDO network, seeks a proactive trainee to support the Central Compliance Unit (CCU) in AML and KYC activities. You will assist with client screenings, name searches, sanctions checks, and KYC documentation while collaborating with multiple departments to ensure compliance deliverables.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in accounting, finance, or law, possess strong English and Bahasa Malaysia, and are proficient in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in accounting, finance and law or related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-player.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Proficient working knowledge in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting client screenings, name searches, sanctions checking, and preparation of Know Your Client (KYC) documentation.
• Support various departments in BDO with KYC procedures and data compilation.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Undertake any other ad-hoc assignments or projects as and when required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia

MS Office

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in accounting, finance or law or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

BDO in Malaysia is part of the leading global professional services network, BDO International, providing audit, tax, advisory, business and outsourcing services to clients across diverse industries. With over 60 years of experience, we are supported by more than 1,200 professionals — including over 200 Partners and Directors — across offices in Malaysia, Brunei, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Vietnam.

At BDO, we shape what matters:

We grow together, to reach higher.

We shape solutions, to go further.

We build trust, to lead purposefully.

We collaborate, show up for one another, and build meaningful relationships — growing our careers in a workplace where we can thrive and belong.

We take ownership of our careers, stay curious, and are brave to share new ideas and shape how things are done.

Trust and integrity are the foundation of everything we do. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, leading with purpose while delivering quality outcomes.

Whether you’re starting or advancing your career, you won’t do it alone. From building meaningful careers for our people to shaping solutions for our clients, at BDO, we do it together. Come and shape what matters with us.

Overview

BDO Central Compliance Unit (CCU) unit serves as a critical function in safeguarding the firm against legal and reputational risks by ensuring all activities are compliant with relevant laws and regulations. You will play a key role in supporting the firm's compliance efforts related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Client (KYC) procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in conducting client screenings, name searches, sanctions checking, and preparation of Know Your Client (KYC) documentation
• Support various departments in BDO with KYC procedures and data compilation
• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and deliverables
• Undertake any other ad-hoc assignments or projects as and when required

Education and professional skills / knowledge

Experience & Education:

• Currently pursuinga degree in accounting, finance and law or any related field

Other skills:

• Good interpersonal skills and a strong team-player;
• Proficient in both spoken and written English and Bahasa Malaysia
• Proficient working knowledge in MS Office application