Compliance- KYC Analyst (JD #10412)

SCIENTE INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Singapore is looking for a Compliance KYC Analyst to perform due diligence on clients and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong KYC/AML knowledge and excellent documentation skills. Responsibilities include conducting KYC reviews, assessing risk factors, and collaborating with internal teams. Interested candidates should send their resumes to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Experience with transaction monitoring and PEP/Sanctions screening.
• Knowledge of global financial markets and banking operations.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS or ICA are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC reviews for onboarding and periodic refresh.
• Conduct background checks and assess risk factors.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, and business units.

Skills

Strong understanding of KYC/AML regulations

Experience conducting Customer Due Diligence

Proficiency with risk assessment procedures

Excellent communication skills

Tools

World-Check

LexisNexis

Job description

Job Summary:

The Compliance KYC Analyst will be responsible for performing Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence on new and existing clients to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. The role demands accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to assess potential risk while ensuring a seamless client onboarding and maintenance process.

Mandatory Skill-set:

• Strong understanding of KYC/AML regulations and compliance frameworks;
• Must have experience conducting Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD);
• Must have proficiency with risk assessment procedures and compliance systems;
• Ability to analyze and interpret corporate structures, ownership, and source of wealth/funds;
• Excellent communication and documentation skills;
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory bodies and jurisdictions.

Desired Skill-set:

• Experience with transaction monitoring, PEP/Sanctions screening, and investigations;
• Knowledge of global financial markets and banking operations;
• Prior work experience in a global bank or financial institution;
• Familiarity with compliance tools and platforms such as World-Check, LexisNexis, etc;
• Professional certifications such as CAMS or ICA are a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Perform KYC reviews for onboarding, periodic refresh, and event-driven scenarios;
• Ensure all documentation is in accordance with internal policy and regulatory standards;
• Conduct background checks and assess risk factors such as PEP, sanctions, adverse media, etc.;
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, and business units to resolve complex cases;
• Update and maintain accurate client data in KYC platforms;
• Escalate high-risk clients and suspicious activity per escalation protocols;
• Participate in internal audits, regulatory reviews, and process improvements.

Should you be interested in this opportunity, please send your updated resume to [e-mail] at the earliest.

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