KYC AVP Specialist — AML/Compliance & Onboarding

Agensi Pekerjaan Pasona Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate bank in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a KYC Specialist (Assistant Vice President) to manage KYC operations. Responsibilities include reviewing KYC files, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting quality checks. Ideal candidates should have 5–8 years of experience in KYC/CDD/AML within banking, strong analytical skills, and a good understanding of industry regulations. This role offers opportunities for process improvement and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Must have 5–8 years of KYC/CDD/AML experience in banking or financial services.
• Experience with corporate and financial institution clients is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of regulations, policy documents, and FATF recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve KYC files for onboarding and periodic reviews.
• Ensure compliance with AML/CFT guidelines and internal policies.
• Conduct quality checks on KYC work completed by junior team members.

Skills

Understanding of AML/CFT regulations

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Risk awareness

Education

Minimum bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Law, Accounting, Banking or related field

Tools

KYC systems

Screening tools (e.g., World-Check)

Job description

A leading corporate bank in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a KYC Specialist (Assistant Vice President) to manage KYC operations. Responsibilities include reviewing KYC files, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting quality checks. Ideal candidates should have 5–8 years of experience in KYC/CDD/AML within banking, strong analytical skills, and a good understanding of industry regulations. This role offers opportunities for process improvement and collaboration across teams.