Analyst

Maples Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Singapore is seeking an Analyst to support Business Assurance teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, be proficient in Excel, and hold a relevant degree or certification in financial crime compliance. Responsibilities include reviewing client activities for compliance, updating systems, and assisting with administrative tasks. This role offers an inclusive culture and benefits like comprehensive health coverage, competitive vacation packages, and educational assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and optical)

Competitive vacation packages

Educational assistance and professional development programmes

Qualifications

• High ethical standards and autonomy expected in role.
• Familiarity with anti-money laundering regulations preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently with high efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review client activities for compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate compliance with KYC policies.
• Update systems with relevant data.
• Assist with client-related administrative functions.
• Support ad hoc requests and projects.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Fluency in English and Chinese

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

University degree or relevant certification in financial crime compliance

Job description

The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations.

Our side‑by‑side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award‑winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide.

What’s it like to work here?

We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team.

The Opportunity

The Maples Group looks to add a Hong Kong or Singapore based Analyst to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world‑class talent.

The Analyst reports to the regional lead of Business Assurance and supports the financial services teams of the Maples Group in Asia. As part of the Business Assurance team, you will:

• Review new and existing clients and their activities to ensure that data, documents, and other customer due diligence information remains current and aligns to regulatory requirements;
• Demonstrate compliance with KYC policies and correct use of KYC methods of approval;
• Update systems with relevant data;
• Assist with client‑related administrative functions;
• Be highly comfortable with technology when perform day‑to‑day activities;
• Liaise with team members, colleagues and third parties in various international jurisdictions; and
• Support ad hoc requests and projects as may be required from time to time.

What You Bring

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• Possess a university degree or hold a relevant certification in financial crime compliance (e.g. ACAMS, ICA, CFCS, CFE, etc.);
• Knowledge of Hong Kong, Singapore or Cayman Islands anti‑money laundering regulations and legislation (preferred but not required);
• Very strong analytical skills with the ability to read, interpret and summarise documentation in line with specific requirements;
• The ability to problem‑solve, be self‑motivated and be able to work independently;
• A high degree of attention to detail, accuracy and efficiency, ability to multi‑task and excellent organisational, prioritisation and communication skills;
• The awareness to adhere to very specific policies and procedures; and
• Fluency in written English and Chinese.

Benefits & Rewards

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships.The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes

Disclaimer:

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