Onboarding Lead: High Net Worth AML & KYC

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Persol Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced AML professional to supervise onboarding for High Net Worth clients, verify Source of Wealth, and ensure compliance with AML/KYC regulations. You will lead KYC procedures, screening, CDD, and risk ratings while handling high-risk approvals and advising management on AML-related matters.

The role requires a tertiary qualification with AML/CFT certification and a minimum of eight years of relevant experience, preferably in private banking.

Qualifications

• Tertiary or relevant professional qualification, preferably coupled with AML/CFT certification.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience, including 5 years of focused AML due diligence experience for High Net Worth clients, ideally within a private banking environment.
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT principles and regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing time effectively under pressure.
• Competent in handling complex situations and adapting to a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Resourceful in information gathering, with a commitment to quality and order.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive nature.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the onboarding process for High Net Worth Clients, including the verification of Source of Wealth.
• Ensure adherence to relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, including compliance with AML guidelines.
• Implement KYC procedures, such as Name Screening, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Customer Risk Rating, while managing high-risk client approvals.
• Provide guidance to management and business units regarding AML-related issues specific to High Net Worth clients.
• Execute additional AML/CFT tasks as necessary.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Time management under pressure

Proactive mindset

Education

Tertiary qualification

AML/CFT certification

Tools

AML screening software

CDD tooling

Job description

Persol Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced AML professional to supervise onboarding for High Net Worth clients, verify Source of Wealth, and ensure compliance with AML/KYC regulations. You will lead KYC procedures, screening, CDD, and risk ratings while handling high-risk approvals and advising management on AML-related matters.

The role requires a tertiary qualification with AML/CFT certification and a minimum of eight years of relevant experience, preferably in private banking.