Assistant VP, KYC & AML Compliance

SMBC Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMBC Group in Singapore is seeking a compliance-focused professional to perform KYC/AML due diligence for deal teams and client reviews. The role involves evaluating documents, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting risk assessments across internal and external platforms.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and familiarity with MAS Notice 626, with strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; corporate/project finance KYCs preferred.
• Certifications in AML would be an added advantage.
• Familiar with regulatory requirements pertaining to KYC/ AML e.g. MAS Notice 626.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary due diligence checks for deal teams for new potential deals or conduct KYC reviews for existing clients.
• Engage with deal teams to understand and troubleshoot issues during document procurement.
• Draw ownership, transaction, and funds flow structures from client documents.
• Review and certify documents collected for KYCs per regulatory and internal standards.
• Conduct due diligence checks on clients across external and internal platforms and databases.
• Provide mitigations and risk assessments; validate data inputs on eKYC and documents.

Skills

KYC

AML

Due diligence

Regulatory compliance

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet search tools

Job description

SMBC Group in Singapore is seeking a compliance-focused professional to perform KYC/AML due diligence for deal teams and client reviews. The role involves evaluating documents, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting risk assessments across internal and external platforms.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and familiarity with MAS Notice 626, with strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.