Associate – Client Service Group, KYC Team

Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking is hiring for a role focused on KYC due diligence and AML checks for clients in Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Candidates will perform checks, maintain client data, and assist with projects while sharing knowledge with junior team members.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Banking or Finance and possess KYC experience, especially within Corporate Investment Banking. Strong communication skills in English and Mandarin are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in KYC / CDD, preferably in Corporate Investment Banking.
• Good understanding of KYC regulations in Asia.
• Ability to multi-task and execute tasks on time.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC due diligence of new and existing clients.
• Conduct checks on clients for PEP/Adverse news.
• Liaise with Front Office for KYC document collection.
• Elevate complex cases to Compliance for validation.

Skills

KYC / CDD knowledge

Strong verbal communication in English and Mandarin

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Banking/Finance or equivalent

Job description

Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking is a leading global financial institution that provides advisory, investment banking, financing, corporate banking and capital markets services to corporations, financial institutions, financial sponsors and sovereign and supranational organizations worldwide.

Our teams of experts in close to 30 countries advise clients on their strategic development, helping them to grow and transform their businesses, and maximize their positive impact. Natixis CIB is committed to aligning its financing portfolio with a carbon neutrality path by 2050 while helping its clients reduce the environmental impact of their busines

As part of Groupe BPCE, the second largest banking group in France through the Banque Populaire and Caisse d’Epargne retail networks, Natixis CIB benefits from the Group’s financial strength and solid financial ratings (Standard & Poor's: A+, Moody's: A2, Fitch: A+, R&I:

Job Summary

This role involves performing KYC due diligence and AML checks as a Maker/ Checker for Asia Pacific/Middle East clients, including PEP and adverse news screening. Responsibilities include liaising with Front Office, escalating complex cases, maintaining client data in the KYC database, generating MIS reports, and participating in projects and UAT testing. This position also requires knowledge sharing with junior team members

Main Responsibilities

• To perform KYC due diligence of new relationships and existing clients (periodical revisions) for Asia Pacific and Middle East jurisdictions as a Maker or Checker
• To conduct checks and due diligence on these clients primarily looking out for PEP/Adverse news/information that may be detrimental to the reputation of the bank
• To liaise and coordinate with Front Office and Porto Team on the collection of the KYC documents/information
• To elevate complex cases to local Compliance and/or Head Office Financial Security for advice, clarification or validation where applicable
• To provide guidance and sharing of KYC knowledge to the junior team members in the team and other departments
• Inputting and maintenance of the Static Data/Accounts of the Clients into the KYC Database
• Ensure accurate and proper maintenance of statistics for timely MIS reporting/other ad-hoc reports and perform monthly reconciliation on the KYC Status versus Opened Accounts of the Existing Clients.
• To take part in Projects and perform UAT testing assigned by the Manager
• To perform ad-hoc screenings and other duties assigned by the Manager

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree Holder in Banking / Finance / equivalent
• Prior experience in KYC / CDD, preferably in Corporate Investment Banking with a good understanding of AML/CFT Framework and KYC documentation processes
• Good understanding of the KYC regulations in Asia (in particular HKMA, MAS, CBRC, PBOC and FSC)
• Strong Verbal Communication in both English and Mandarin and Strong reading capability in English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese
• Strong Interpersonal skills with ability to effectively interact with cross functional teams and capable of working on own initiative and prioritizing work load
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail, highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and execute task with a sense of urgency and with ultimate goal of delivering tasks on time
• Strong Team player
• Good Knowledge with Excel will be an advantage