KYC Specialist [Corporate & Private Banking]

Morgan McKinley; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a KYC Officer for their client in the banking and financial services industry in Singapore. The role involves providing specialized guidance on KYC/AML matters, managing KYC processes, and supporting client advisors. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. This is a 6-12 months contract with renewal options.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in operations, account documentation, or risk management.
• Proficient in understanding customer needs and building knowledge of client portfolios.
• Effective multitasker who thrives in a dynamic and diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Offer specialized guidance on KYC/AML matters.
• Supervise and track the KYC process.
• Conduct training on legal documentation for Front Office staff.

Skills

Advanced AML/KYC expertise

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Banking, Accountancy, Business Administration

Job description

We are looking for a KYC Officer for our client, a banking/financial services industry

• CBD Area, Singapore

• 6-12 months contract - renewable!

Responsibilities

• Offer specialized guidance to Client Advisors on complex account structures and KYC/AML matters.
• Partner with Client Advisors to address all AML and KYC-related issues.
• Provide support and advice to Client Advisors to ensure KYC information aligns with company's Group standards.
• Supervise and track the KYC process, including managing upcoming and overdue KYC cases.
• Conduct training sessions for Front Office staff on legal documentation and KYC related topics.
• Enhance client risk assessments and prepare management reports to aid in risk management and improve control procedures.
• Familiarize with and implement the Bank’s global KYC/AML standards, account documentation guidelines, local regulations, and associated control processes.
• Identify and elevate operational, regulatory, and other risks to the appropriate line manager or functional leads, contributing to the development and execution of mitigation strategies.
• Participate in designing and implementing strategies in collaboration with Wealth Management COO and Change teams to enhance processes and drive performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Banking, Accountancy, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in operations, account documentation, risk management, or a similar role, with advanced AML/KYC expertise within the banking or financial industry.
• Proficient in understanding customer needs with an ability to build a strong knowledge base of the client portfolio.
• Demonstrates maturity and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective multitasker who thrives in a dynamic environment, values diversity, and completes assignments within tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong customer relationship management, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Adept at problem‑solving and equipped with process and project management expertise, which is an added advantage.

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