KYC/AML (Bank) Compliance Officer – CDD/EDD

RECRUIT AVENUE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT AVENUE PTE. LTD. is seeking a KYC/AML Compliance Officer – CDD/EDD to conduct reviews for high-risk clients and ensure MAS regulatory compliance. You will prepare reports, advise BUs on AML matters and maintain KYC registers.

The role requires 3–5 years in financial services with AML/KYC experience, familiarity with SWIFT RMA, and strong analytical and reporting skills. ACAMS/ICA certification is an advantage.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in financial services with AML/KYC experience.
• Hands-on high-risk CDD/EDD reviews.
• Experience with SWIFT RMA and correspondent banking.
• Knowledge of MAS Notice 626 and AML regulations.
• ACAMS or ICA certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct CDD and EDD reviews for high-risk clients.
• Review documents to ensure MAS regulatory compliance and prepare reports.
• Provide KYC/CDD advisory to Business Units on AML/FATCA/CRS matters.
• Identify suspicious activities and report to authorities.
• Prepare AML reports and maintain KYC registers.
• Assist with KYC briefing sessions and audits.
• Keep abreast of AML regulations and trends.
• Suggest process improvements for KYC controls.

Skills

AML/KYC compliance

CDD/EDD reviews

SWIFT RMA

MAS Notice 626

Regulatory reporting

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Job description

Job Title: KYC/AML (Bank) Compliance Officer – CDD/EDD

Role & Responsibilities

1. Conduct CDD and EDD reviews for new and existing high-risk individual and corporate clients, including private limited companies, trusts, funds, VCCs, SWIFT RMA and correspondent banking relationships.
2. Review client documentation and information to ensure compliance with MAS regulations and internal KYC procedures, and prepare compliance reports.
3. Provide KYC/CDD advisory to Business Units on AML, FATCA and CRS matters.
4. Identify suspicious activities and transactions during KYC reviews and ensure timely reporting to the relevant authorities.
5. Prepare daily and monthly AML reports, monitor KYC review completion, maintain KYC registers and incomplete CDD trackers, and support management reporting.
6. Assist with KYC/CDD briefing sessions for Business Units, audit requests and other compliance-related duties.
7. Keep ab‑reast of AML regulations, sanctions, industry best practices and emerging financial crime trends.
8. Identify opportunities to improve KYC processes and controls, and undertake other ad hoc duties as required.

Requirements

1. 3–5 years of financial services experience, including at least 2 years in an AML/KYC Compliance Department.
2. Hands-on experience in high-risk CDD/EDD reviews and AML/KYC advisory covering individual, corporate and banking clients.
3. Exposure to SWIFT RMA and correspondent banking reviews is preferred.
4. Sound knowledge of MAS Notice 626, its related guidelines, sanctions and AML regulations.
5. Strong research, analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality reports within deadlines.
6. Good written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
7. Proactive, diligent and organized, with effective time management and teamwork skills.
8. Relevant tertiary qualifications; ACAMS or ICA certification is an advantage