Associate/ AD, Client Onboarding, Institutional Equities

CLSA Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CLSA Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced KYC and Client Onboarding professional to manage end-to-end onboarding for APAC clients. You will collaborate with Front Office, Compliance, AML, and Operations to ensure timely onboarding while aligning with regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes rigorous KYC reviews, documentation validation, and strong stakeholder engagement. Mandarin ability is a plus; strong attention to detail and risk awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–8 years of KYC and Client Onboarding experience.
• Basic proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of corporate structures and constitutional documents.
• Working knowledge of periodic reviews for equity products.
• Attention to detail with a process-driven and risk-aware mindset.
• Excellent research and investigative skills.
• Strong time management and stakeholder relation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of AML regulations in HK SFC and SG MAS.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end client onboarding process for clients across the APAC region.
• Partner with Front Office, Compliance, AML, Operations, FATCA and other stakeholders to ensure timely onboarding while meeting business and client expectations.
• Gather, review and validate constitutional and supporting documentation, coordinating with external clients and internal teams; Mandarin proficiency is advantageous.
• Conduct KYC and customer due diligence reviews to assess and monitor client risk profiles.
• Perform client identification, verification and screening checks using external databases and screening tools, ensuring AML compliance.
• Perform independent review of KYC due diligence completed by Makers for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

KYC Onboarding

AML regulations

Documentation review

Stakeholder management

Research & investigation

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Mandarin (basic)

Job description

Position Description

The IE Client Onboarding team performs KYC due diligence on new IE clients in line with the firm's Global AML/KYC framework, working closely with both external clients and internal stakeholders, including Compliance and KRM.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

1. Manage the end-to-end client onboarding process for clients across the APAC region.
2. Partner with Front Office, Compliance, AML, Operations, FATCA, and other stakeholders to ensure timely onboarding while meeting business and client expectations.
3. Gather, review, and validate constitutional and supporting documentation, coordinating closely with external clients and internal teams. Mandarin language proficiency is an advantage due to need to liaise with Chinese stakeholders
4. Conduct KYC and customer due diligence reviews to assess and monitor client risk profiles, including reputational, regulatory, and operational risks.
5. Perform client identification, verification, and screening checks using external databases and screening tools, ensuring compliance with internal AML policies and regulatory requirements.
6. Perform independent review of KYC due diligence completed by Makers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

1. Minimum 4-8 years of relevant experience in KYC and Client Onboarding, preferably within the financial services industry. Candidates with more years of relevant experience (8 to 15 years) will be considered for Associate Director position.
2. Basic proficiency in Mandarin (reading, writing, and speaking) would be an added advantage due to need to liaise with Chinese stakeholders
3. Strong understanding of corporate structures and constitutional documents.
4. Working knowledge of periodic reviews for equity products.
5. Strong attention to detail with a process-driven and risk-aware mindset.
6. Excellent research and investigative skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex issues.
7. Strong time management, organizational, and stakeholder relationship-building skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
9. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are a must-have.
10. Knowledge of AML regulations, particularly in HK SFC and SG MAS requirements.