KYC & AML Compliance Lead — Risk, Policy & Advisory

MORGAN MCKINLEY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a seasoned KYC and AML compliance professional for a Wealth Management / Private Banking role. You will conduct end-to-end client due diligence, advise on regulatory risk, and present complex profiles to the local risk committee for onboarding and ongoing relationship maintenance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with MAS and HKMA guidelines, and the ability to coordinate with regional teams while delivering training to Front

Qualifications

• Experience in KYC, AML/CFT compliance within Wealth Management or Private Banking.
• Knowledge of MAS, HKMA, EU regulations and regional frameworks.
• Proficient in CDD, transaction monitoring, STR filings, sanction checks, and PEP screening.
• Strong communication to interface with senior management and regional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and risk assessment capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end reviews of client profiles during account opening and recertifications, including risk assessment and due diligence.
• Provide day-to-day advisory on AML/CFT, sanction risks, PEP identification and adverse media.
• Prepare and present client profiles to the local risk committee for onboarding or relationship maintenance approvals.
• Monitor high-risk client profiles, manage financial security incidents, and file STRs when necessary.
• Perform gap analysis on regulatory papers and update policies for regional synchronization.
• Execute local Financial Security controls, tracking onboarding and recertification timelines, and support audits.
• Deliver compliance training to Front Office and Client Management teams and participate in regional initiatives.

Skills

KYC

AML/CFT compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Job description

Morgan McKinley Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a seasoned KYC and AML compliance professional for a Wealth Management / Private Banking role. You will conduct end-to-end client due diligence, advise on regulatory risk, and present complex profiles to the local risk committee for onboarding and ongoing relationship maintenance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with MAS and HKMA guidelines, and the ability to coordinate with regional teams while delivering training to Front