Senior KYC Analyst - Checker

Peoplebank Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplebank Asia in Singapore is seeking an experienced Senior KYC Analyst to join the bank’s KYC/AML Operations team. This role focuses on reviewing KYC files, ensuring due diligence is completed accurately and in line with regulatory and internal standards.

The successful candidate will perform scheduled and unscheduled KYC reviews across risk classes, validate client information, conduct CDD/EDD checks, and support continuous improvement within KYC/AML operations.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in KYC, AML or banking ops.
• Strong knowledge of AML/KYC policies and due diligence processes.
• Experience as KYC Checker or QC reviewer is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Detail-oriented, well-organised, able to work independently.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled KYC reviews for clients across risk classes.
• Review and validate client information to ensure KYC/AML compliance.
• Conduct CDD/EDD checks including PEP/sanctions screening.
• Escalate suspicious activity to senior management when needed.
• Provide guidance on KYC procedures and maintain high-quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement within KYC/AML operations.

Skills

KYC/AML knowledge

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Senior KYC Analyst - Checker

Location: Singapore

Contract: 12-month contract

Industry: Banking / Financial Services

We are looking for an experienced KYC Checker to join a leading global bank’s KYC / AML Operations team. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert, reviewing KYC files and ensuring that client due diligence is completed accurately and in line with regulatory and internal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled KYC reviews for clients across different risk classes.
• Review and validate client information and documentation to ensure compliance with local regulations and internal KYC/AML standards.
• Conduct Client Identification, Verification and Screening, including reviewing information such as customer address, employment, employer and PEP/sanctions connections.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), including adverse media, negative news and social media checks where required.
• Determine whether accounts are within the scope of KYC review requirements.
• Review KYC records and ensure they are complete, accurate and not past due.
• Partner with Relationship Managers, Outreach teams and internal stakeholders to obtain outstanding information required to complete KYC reviews.
• Perform Quality Control (QC) reviews and identify discrepancies or gaps prior to submission.
• Review and respond to discrepancies identified during Business Approval.
• Escalate any suspicious product usage or potential AML concerns to senior management for further review.
• Provide guidance on KYC procedures, system issues and procedural clarifications where required.
• Maintain high-quality standards and ensure KYC reviews meet the required quality threshold.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within KYC / AML Operations.
• May be required to communicate directly with customers to obtain or clarify information.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in KYC, AML, Due Diligence or banking operations.
• Strong knowledge of AML/KYC policies, banking systems, applications and due diligence processes.
• Previous experience as a KYC Checker, Quality Control reviewer or KYC SME is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and comprehension skills, with the ability to analyse and document large volumes of information.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate review findings and dispositions.
• Strong understanding of controls and compliance standards.
• Detail-oriented, well-organised and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Results-oriented and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree / University degree or equivalent experience.