Associate, KYC Support and Services

Crédit Agricole Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector seeks an Associate for its Financing & Client Services team. This role entails supporting client onboarding and KYC processes, enhancing operational efficiency through process improvements and data automation efforts. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of KYC regulations and exhibit proficiency in project collaboration and client communication.

Qualifications

• Understanding of KYC regulations and processes.
• Experience in client onboarding and document management.
• Proficient in creating progress reports and data automation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and KYC file progress while engaging clients.
• Implement process improvements for enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Drive automation initiatives and build internal dashboards for monitoring.

Skills

Client Engagement

Process Improvement

Data Accuracy

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

Financing & Client Services (FCS) in charge of several cross-functions of the Financing Bank, including agency, transaction management and client service for loans, cash management and receivable & supply chain finance activities, as well as KYC support.

The Associate will be responsible for executing and enhancing KYC-related processes, supporting front office teams, and ensuring timely delivery of KYC files in line with regulatory and operational expectations. This role also contributes to internalprocess improvement, including dashboard creation and data automation initiatives.

1. Front Office Support

• Coordinate onboarding, periodic reviews, modifications and closure process of clients ensuring the adherence to regulatory and internal policies across client onboarding and review activities
• Facilitate and monitor KYC file progress, engaging clients and internal stakeholders to meet expected turnaround times
• Receive briefing from business lines to understand future transactions/deals and launch onboarding processes liaising with the KYC platform
• Engage and work with Front Office and external clients to obtain necessary information and documentation
• Provide proactive support and advice to the business and other functions on all issues
• Create, Update, and Present monthly progress reports to Head Office, Management and Heads of business lines
• Ensure all original documents have been received in a form satisfactory to the bank
• Escalate any red flag to the bank’s Financial Security department
• Participate in projects with relation to regulatory changes, new processes, system enhancements, remediation exercises as well as audits

2. Client & Front Office Support

• Work closely with Clients and internal teams to ensure all documents required for account openings are completeand compliant
• Ensure all necessary account opening documents have been received in original or certified true copy forms
• Answer client requests concerning current accounts, online banking and cash management queries
• Answering Client related queries on their accounts (Account balances / monthly account statements, Audit confirmations, Facility usage, etc) and general servicing tasks
• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance client satisfaction and internal efficiency

3. Process Enhancement & Automation

• Drive initiatives to improve existing processes through simplification and automation
• Contribute to building internal dashboards and tools for monitoring and reporting purposes
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency acrosssystems

4. Broader FCS Participation

• Collaborate within FCS to support cross-functional initiatives and any enhancement
• Support ad hoc projects, new activity and cross-functional improvement initiatives within KYC and Client Service
• Share best practices and provide training support to junior staff members or new joiners
• Assist in audit preparation and participate in regulatory and compliance-regulatory and compliance-related reviews