Compliance Analyst

Sokin; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading B2B financial services provider is seeking a Compliance Analyst in Singapore. The role involves conducting AML/CFT and KYC checks, ensuring compliance with MAS regulations, and supporting client onboarding processes. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of relevant experience in compliance within fintech or banking, with strong attention to detail and communication skills. Join a rapidly growing startup that promotes an agile and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in compliance, AML, or KYC roles.
• Knowledge of Singapore’s regulatory framework and MAS guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/CFT and KYC checks for corporate clients.
• Monitor transactions for unusual or suspicious activity.
• Support the Head of Compliance with internal reviews.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Communication

Self-Motivated

Tools

World-Check

ComplyAdvantage

Job description

We’re hiring our first Compliance Analyst in Singapore to support our client onboarding and ongoing monitoring processes. This role will ensure Sokin operates in full compliance with Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations and internal risk management policies and provide support to our clients and internal teams.

About Us

Sokin is a leading B2B financial services provider that enables global payments and receivables for businesses. Our mission: make cross-border transactions cheaper, faster and more transparent – at the best wholesale exchange rate.

We’re a new-age payments solution aiming to empower business trade cross-border with ease, with greater speed, and at reduced cost. Our clients can hold, send, receive and exchange over 75 currencies at a fixed rate through a single access point, as well as benefit from SokinPay’s integrated payment acceptance functionality. With a global infrastructure and industry-leading partners, we are rapidly becoming one of the biggest names in modern remittance.

Sokin has a rapidly increasing client base ranging from sports & entertainment to logistics, travel and more. We have grand plans and are looking to add to our already brilliant team to help us achieve our goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/CFT and KYC checks for new and existing corporate clients in accordance with MAS Notice 626, relevant Guidelines on Prevention of Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), and internal policies.

• Perform customer due diligence (CDD) including collection, verification, and analysis of corporate documents and ownership structures.

• Screen clients against PEP lists and international/national sanctions lists (e.g., MAS, UN, OFAC).

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date KYC files and internal records.

• Monitor transactions and client behaviour for unusual or suspicious activity and raise appropriate escalations.

• Work with cross-functional teams (Sales, Product, Legal) to resolve documentation or compliance-related queries.

• Track and manage a caseload of compliance reviews and follow-ups within agreed turnaround times.

• Manage the compliance support inbox and respond to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.

• Support the Head of Compliance with internal reviews, audits, and regulatory reporting where required.

• Assist in ongoing process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and compliance standards.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in compliance, AML, or KYC roles, preferably within fintech, payments, or banking.

• Knowledge of Singapore’s regulatory framework, including MAS AML/CFT guidelines and relevant legislation.

• Familiarity with corporate structures, beneficial ownership requirements, and documentation standards in Singapore and wider APAC markets.

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and communication skills.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Proficiency with compliance databases and screening tools (e.g., World-Check, ComplyAdvantage, or similar).

• Experience in a startup or agile work environment is a plus.

Please note, candidates will need to have the right to work in the jurisdiction that they are looking to work in.

Sokin is an equal opportunities employer and committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment. As a growing global startup with bases across multiple countries, we were established on and continue to promote an agile, flexible working culture. Please reach out to discuss any accommodations you may require during the recruitment process.