Sanctions KYC Analyst — Global Compliance & Screening

Sunrate Pte. Ltd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fintech company is looking for a KYC Analyst to manage sanctions and compliance. This role involves alert review, risk assessment, and collaboration with global teams to ensure adherence to regulations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years of AML/KYC experience, with strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This position offers exposure to international markets and regulatory challenges.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of AML/KYC experience; sanctions screening experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with sanctions lists, PEP screening, and AML databases.
• Comfort working with global teams across multiple time zones.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyse, and disposition sanctions, PEP, and adverse media alerts.
• Determine whether alerts represent false positives or true matches.
• Ensure timely alert clearance and support remediation activities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related discipline

Job description

A global fintech company is looking for a KYC Analyst to manage sanctions and compliance. This role involves alert review, risk assessment, and collaboration with global teams to ensure adherence to regulations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years of AML/KYC experience, with strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This position offers exposure to international markets and regulatory challenges.