CDD Initiatives & AML Project Lead

Standard Chartered Bank; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Wellbeing support (Unmind)

Learning & development

Retirement savings & insurance

Job summary

Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore is seeking a highly skilled CDD/AML professional to support a critical workstream within the Client Due Diligence team. The role focuses on implementing initiatives to comply with Group and local policies, with emphasis on AML, FATCA and CRS, delivering high-quality outputs on time.

You will interact with Relationship Managers and Compliance, acting as trusted advisor on onboarding, periodic reviews and remediation, and you will maintain robust documentation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in CDD reviews and/or AML advisory.
• In-depth understanding of Financial Crime Compliance risk including Money Laundering risk (CAMS – preferred).
• Proactive approach to recognise risk, develop solutions, and communicate effectively.
• Understanding for regional diversity and client risk profiles across markets.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills (PowerPoint, Excel).
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting or business management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CDD reviews aligned with policy requirements.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers and Compliance to ensure timely FATCA/ CRS outcomes.
• Advise on onboarding, trigger reviews and remediation cases.
• Review customer profiles and supporting documents for risk-based decisions.
• Escalate high-risk cases to senior approval authorities.
• Maintain audit-ready records with clear risk rationale and documentation.
• Support regulatory change initiatives and system enhancements across CDD, FATCA and CRS processes.

Skills

CDD reviews

AML advisory

Stakeholder management

PowerPoint

Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or business management

Job description

Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore is seeking a highly skilled CDD/AML professional to support a critical workstream within the Client Due Diligence team. The role focuses on implementing initiatives to comply with Group and local policies, with emphasis on AML, FATCA and CRS, delivering high-quality outputs on time.

You will interact with Relationship Managers and Compliance, acting as trusted advisor on onboarding, periodic reviews and remediation, and you will maintain robust documentation