KYC Advisory Specialist (Private Banking)

Michael Page International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International is partnering with a leading private banking institution in Singapore to hire a KYC Advisory Specialist. You will support Relationship Managers and business stakeholders in maintaining high-quality client due diligence standards across HNW and UHNW portfolios.

You will review KYC profiles, assess SOW and SOF, conduct due diligence and risk assessments, and contribute to governance reporting and process improvements in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in KYC remediation, onboarding, periodic reviews, or KYC advisory within private banking.
• Strong knowledge of KYC, AML, customer due diligence (CDD), SOW, and SOF assessment frameworks.
• Ability to assess financial documentation and corroborate client wealth sources.
• Experience supporting high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth client portfolios.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications within finance, banking, business, law, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Review and enhance existing client KYC profiles to meet regulatory and internal requirements.
• Partner closely with Front Office teams on periodic client reviews and remediation exercises.
• Assess and validate Source of Wealth (SOW) and Source of Funds (SOF) information and supporting documentation.
• Conduct client due diligence reviews, risk assessments, name screening validation, and plausibility checks.
• Review complex client structures, including companies, trusts, foundations, and individual accounts.
• Identify potential risk indicators, unusual activities, and escalation triggers where appropriate.
• Provide advisory support and guidance on KYC and customer due diligence matters to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation, review rationale, and audit-ready records.
• Participate in governance reporting and contribute to process enhancement initiatives.

Skills

KYC remediation

AML

CDD

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Private banking experience

Education

Finance/Banking degree

Law or related discipline

Tools

RegTech systems

Documentation tools

Job description

• Join a leading private banking environment with strong compliance standards
• Play a key role supporting high-net-worth client reviews and risk management

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international financial institution with a strong reputation in wealth management and private banking. With a commitment to regulatory excellence and client-centric service, they provide sophisticated financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals and families across multiple jurisdictions.

Job Description

As a KYC Advisory Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting Relationship Managers and business stakeholders in maintaining high-quality client due diligence standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Review and enhance existing client KYC profiles to meet regulatory and internal requirements.
• Partner closely with Front Office teams on periodic client reviews and remediation exercises.
• Assess and validate Source of Wealth (SOW) and Source of Funds (SOF) information and supporting documentation.
• Conduct client due diligence reviews, risk assessments, name screening validation, and plausibility checks.
• Review complex client structures, including companies, trusts, foundations, and individual accounts.
• Identify potential risk indicators, unusual activities, and escalation triggers where appropriate.
• Provide advisory support and guidance on KYC and customer due diligence matters to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation, review rationale, and audit-ready records.
• Participate in governance reporting and contribute to process enhancement initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

A successful KYC Advisory Specialist (Private Banking) Specialist should have:

• Experience in KYC remediation, onboarding, periodic reviews, or KYC advisory within private banking.
• Strong knowledge of KYC, AML, customer due diligence (CDD), SOW, and SOF assessment frameworks.
• Ability to assess financial documentation and corroborate client wealth sources.
• Experience supporting high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth client portfolios.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications within finance, banking, business, law, or related disciplines.

What's on Offer

This opportunity offers exposure to a reputable private banking platform, allowing you to deepen your expertise in financial crime compliance, KYC advisory, and risk assessment. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment where continuous learning, professional development, and career progression are actively encouraged. Competitive remuneration and a supportive team culture further enhance the opportunity.