AML/KYC Officer

KOOKMIN BANK CO., LTD. Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution in Singapore is seeking a compliance officer to manage 2nd level reviews and ensure adherence to AML/CFT regulations. The role involves transaction monitoring, liaising with business units on compliance matters, and performing due diligence assessments. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Business Law or equivalent, an ICA certificate in Anti-Money Laundering, and at least 6 years of relevant compliance experience. Proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Law or equivalent qualification.
• ICA Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering is essential.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Compliance AML/KYC-related roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2nd level compliance reviews of customer due diligence.
• Conduct transaction monitoring and review for sanctions screening.
• Act as primary liaison for AML/CFT matters with internal units.

Skills

Compliance Management

Risk Assessment

Transaction Monitoring

Regulatory Compliance

Bilingual (English & Mandarin)

Education

Degree in Business Law or equivalent

ICA Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Database SQL

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Perform 2nd level compliance reviews of customer due diligence and counterparty onboarding, periodic, and event-driven assessments.
2. Conduct transaction monitoring and review, including daily sanctions screening alerts.
3. Act as the primary internal liaison for AML/CFT matters, collaborating with business units to ensure compliance with KYC and related regulatory requirements.
4. Carry out AML/CFT reviews and related duties including that required/assigned by HO.
5. As relief officer for Internal Control Check (in absence of Internal Control Officer)
6. Any other tasks as and when assigned by the Compliance Manager.

Requirements

1. Degree in Business Law (or equivalent e.g. Accounting & Finance)
2. ICA Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering
3. Minimum 6 yrs experience in Compliance AML/KYC-related
4. Language: English & Mandarin (spoken/written)
5. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, SAP, Database SQL