Compliance Analyst (AML/KYC Focus)

ORIENT FUTURES INTERNATIONAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Compliance Analyst. This role focuses on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations, requiring at least five years of compliance experience. Responsibilities include developing AML policies, conducting high-risk client reviews, and ensuring proper onboarding procedures. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, with a focus on AML/KYC.
• Good understanding of MAS regulations, FATF guidelines, and local AML laws.
• Familiarity with compliance monitoring tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain AML policies and procedures.
• Review and approve high-risk clients with due diligence.
• Monitor client onboarding for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct compliance reviews and monitoring activities.
• Assist in regulatory reporting and liaise with MAS.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Compliance monitoring tools

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Compliance Analyst with a strong focus on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. The role will involve developing and maintaining AML policies, supporting high-risk client reviews, and ensuring robust onboarding procedures, while also contributing to the broader compliance framework in line with Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Development & Updates: Draft, review, and update AML policies and procedures to ensure compliance with MAS regulations and alignment with business needs.
• High-Risk Client Reviews: Collaborate with the Client Onboarding team to review and approve high-risk clients, ensuring enhanced due diligence (EDD) is properly conducted.
• Onboarding Procedure Oversight: Monitor and review client onboarding processes on an ongoing basis to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal standards
• Support the implementation and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conduct compliance reviews and monitoring activities to ensure adherence to internal and external requirements.
• Assist in regulatory reporting and liaise with MAS and other regulators as needed.
• Provide compliance advice to business units on applicable laws and regulations.
• Participate in compliance training and awareness programs for staff.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, with a focus on AML/KYC.
• Good understanding of MAS regulations, FATF guidelines, and local AML laws.
• Familiarity with compliance monitoring tools and systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.