KYC Compliance Analyst – Onboarding & Due Diligence

Testing Site - JPMC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Testing Site - JPMC in Malaysia is seeking an Analyst within the Commercial & Investment Bank Wholesale KYC Operations to ensure compliance with KYC policies and perform reviews of clients' KYC documentation. You will work with the Middle Office to complete due diligence, validate data in KYC platforms, and communicate deficiencies back to the business.

The role includes duties on onboarding, governance, and regulatory changes, with an initial term of six months and potential extension or

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience (Audit, Control, Risk, AML, and Research may also be areas of experience).
• Strong working knowledge of KYC/Compliance/AML procedures, standards, and regulations
• Knowledge of multiple client types (e.g., Corporates, SPV, Trust, FIs)
• Experience in client Due Diligence, risk assessment, and vetting of PEP & negative news
• Knowledge of financial industry with in-depth expertise in various lines of business (Corporate Investment Bank and heritage lines of business)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Quality client focus with a strong controls mindset and customer service skills
• Prior experience adhering to controls and compliance standards
• Ability to grasp and learn concepts and procedures quickly
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Middle Office on client onboarding/sales for required documents and sign-off
• Review client’s KYC documentation in accordance with the firm's AML/KYC policies and procedures on a timely basis
• Validate the accuracy of data in KYC platforms and ensure the completeness of the document package
• Complete onboarding efforts and projects to clean up data and documentation, coordinating with other areas as needed (Client Onboarding, Compliance, Sales, Client Service).
• Act as an Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Due Diligence expert to guide the Middle Office through KYC requirements and variations of documents that may fulfill due diligence requirements
• Conduct in-depth analysis on the ownership structure of the client using publicly available sources (not limited to company registries) or client documentation, and seek additional confirmation or approvals as required
• Work closely with the Middle Office to obtain all necessary supporting evidence for full KYC due diligence
• Manage personal workload and priority items, ensuring timely escalation of key risks/issues to management
• Stay informed of any changes to processes and procedures, regulatory changes, and ensure open verbal dialogue with colleagues across the region
• Identify and execute process improvements, providing guidance and support on key process and technology initiatives to the business

Skills

KYC compliance

AML procedures

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

KYC platforms

Job description

Testing Site - JPMC in Malaysia is seeking an Analyst within the Commercial & Investment Bank Wholesale KYC Operations to ensure compliance with KYC policies and perform reviews of clients' KYC documentation. You will work with the Middle Office to complete due diligence, validate data in KYC platforms, and communicate deficiencies back to the business.

The role includes duties on onboarding, governance, and regulatory changes, with an initial term of six months and potential extension or