KYC Officer

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd is seeking a KYC Officer in Singapore for a contract role within a dynamic banking environment. The position supports AML/CFT activities, including client onboarding, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting in a hybrid work setup.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of AML/KYC experience, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English and Mandarin. Collaboration across business units and training responsibilities are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Degree with 3–5 years of AML/KYC experience in banking or CPA firms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess complex data.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and independent working skills.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin for business communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor AML alerts, investigate activities, and file SARs as required.
• Review sanctions and PEP screening results per regulations.
• Oversee client onboarding and due diligence for high-risk clients.
• Support FATCA/CRS data preparation and reporting.
• Assist AML system maintenance and policy updates.
• Provide AML/CFT training to business units.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English/Mandarin

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AML systems

Job description

The KYC Officer role is a contract position offering exposure to a broad range of Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) compliance activities within a dynamic banking environment. Working in a hybrid arrangement, the position plays a key part in safeguarding organisational integrity and ensuring 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, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and adverse media, in line with international regulatory requirements
• Oversee client onboarding and periodic reviews, ensuring appropriate Customer Due Diligence and Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk clients
• Prepare and validate client data for Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and Common Reporting Standard (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 advice and training to business units on AML/CFT requirements, including sanctions and risk mitigation

Requirements

• Degree with 3 to 5 years of experience in AML/KYC compliance within banking or Certified Public Accountant 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 English and Mandarin for business communication with relevant stakeholders

About the company

A company in the banking industry providing a range of financial products and services to its customers. Its Singapore operations support corporate and private banking activities within a regulated financial environment.