AML Analyst (1-Year Contract)

QUESS SINGAPORE; Santo Niño 1st; Hybrid; PHP 2,703,000 - 4,177,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

QUESS SINGAPORE seeks an AML Analyst to support the Compliance team in Singapore. You will perform CDD/EDD reviews, conduct AML/KYC assessments, and investigate alerts while maintaining audit trails and regulatory reporting.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements and exposure to a highly regulated financial services environment. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in AML/KYC, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with MAS AML/CFT guidelines.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Banking, Finance, Business, Accountancy, Law or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in AML, KYC, Compliance or Financial Crime within banking, insurance or financial services.
• Familiarity with MAS AML/CFT regulations and guidelines is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Immediately available or on short notice highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for new and existing customers.
• Conduct AML/KYC assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts, sanctions screening hits and potential suspicious activities.
• Support periodic customer reviews, remediation exercises and ongoing monitoring activities.
• Prepare documentation, reports and audit trails for compliance reviews and investigations.
• Assist with regulatory reporting, internal audits and compliance projects.
• Maintain accurate records while ensuring adherence to AML/CFT regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to resolve compliance-related matters.
• Keep abreast of changes in AML/CFT regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Banking/Finance/Business/Accountancy/Law

Job description

About the role

An AML Analyst role within the Compliance team of a well-established and highly respected financial services company in Singapore. This role offers exposure to Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), KYC, sanctions screening, and regulatory compliance within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for new and existing customers.

• Conduct AML/KYC assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts, sanctions screening hits and potential suspicious activities.

• Support periodic customer reviews, remediation exercises and ongoing monitoring activities.

• Prepare documentation, reports and audit trails for compliance reviews and investigations.

• Assist with regulatory reporting, internal audits and compliance projects.

• Maintain accurate records while ensuring adherence to AML/CFT regulations and company policies.

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to resolve compliance-related matters.

• Keep abreast of changes in AML/CFT regulations and industry best practices.

About you

• Diploma or Degree in Banking, Finance, Business, Accountancy, Law or a related discipline.

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in AML, KYC, Compliance or Financial Crime within banking, insurance or financial services.

• Familiarity with MAS AML/CFT regulations and guidelines is advantageous.

• Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills.

• Meticulous with excellent attention to detail.

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Immediately available or on short notice highly preferred.

What's on Offer

• 12-month contract with potential for extension
• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Exposure to a reputable financial services environment
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced compliance professionals
• Valuable experience in a highly regulated industry