Compliance Officer - KYC/AML

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd is partnering with a banking client to hire a Compliance Officer focused on AML/KYC/CFT programs. You will contribute to transaction monitoring, client due diligence, regulatory reporting, and risk advisory to safeguard regulatory integrity.

The role requires 3–5 years of AML/KYC experience, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English and Mandarin to liaise with stakeholders across regions.

Qualifications

• Degree holder with 3–5 years of AML/KYC experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Monitor AML transaction alerts and investigate suspicious activities.
• Review name screening alerts (sanctions, PEPs) and ensure compliance.
• Oversee client onboarding and periodic reviews for due diligence.
• Prepare data for FATCA and CRS reporting.
• Support AML systems maintenance and policy updates.
• Provide advisory and training on AML/CFT requirements.

Skills

AML/KYC compliance

Transaction monitoring

Sanctions & PEPs

Due Diligence

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Compliance Officer role offers the opportunity to support a broad range of KYC, AML, and CFT compliance activities within the banking industry. This role plays an important part in transaction monitoring, client due diligence, regulatory reporting, and advisory support to help safeguard organisational integrity and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor transaction alerts generated by AML systems, investigate suspicious activities, and elevate or file Suspicious Transaction Reports as required.

• Review and clear alerts from name screening tools, including sanctions, PEPs, and adverse media, in line with international regulatory requirements.

• Oversee client onboarding and periodic reviews, ensuring proper Customer Due Diligence and Enhanced Due Diligence for high‑risk clients.

• Prepare and validate client data for FATCA and CRS reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Support the maintenance and enhancement of AML systems, including transaction monitoring and name screening platforms.

• Assist in updating AML/CFT policies, procedures, and enterprise‑wide risk assessments, while contributing to regulatory submissions and audit processes.

• Provide advisory and training to business units on AML/CFT requirements, including sanctions and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• Degree holder with 3 to 5 years of experience in AML/KYC compliance within banking or CPA firms, preferably with exposure to private or corporate banking.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to assess complex information.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

• Proficiency in both English and Mandarin to liaise with stakeholders.