Senior KYC & Client Onboarding Lead

Phillip Capital Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillip Nova Pte Ltd (A member of PhillipCapital) is seeking a Manager or Assistant Manager for the Client Onboarding Team focusing on KYC/CDD. You will lead and review CDD/KYC for individuals and corporates, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality onboarding.

In this role you will apply MAS AML/CFT standards, perform SOW corroboration, manage complex profiles, and drive improvements in controls and turnaround times while advising stakeholders on risk and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in KYC/CDD, preferably within financial services or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of MAS AML/CFT regulations and industry best practices.
• Hands-on experience in Source of Wealth corroboration and documentation.
• Experienced in handling complex client profiles and performing SOW reviews.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented, accountable, and confident in making decisions in ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and review CDD and KYC for individual and corporate clients.
• Perform screening, risk assessments, and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) where applicable.
• Implement and enhance controls and workflows related to client onboarding, processing, and maintenance to ensure regulatory compliance and improve turnaround times.
• Proactively address onboarding issues and implement risk mitigation measures.
• Serve as first-level escalation for complex or high-risk cases, providing clear guidance and advisory.
• Stay up to date on AML/CFT regulations, sanctions, and industry best practices to keep stakeholders informed and recommend necessary updates to internal procedures.

Skills

KYC/CDD

Regulatory compliance

SOW verification

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Job description

Phillip Nova Pte Ltd (A member of PhillipCapital) is seeking a Manager or Assistant Manager for the Client Onboarding Team focusing on KYC/CDD. You will lead and review CDD/KYC for individuals and corporates, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality onboarding.

In this role you will apply MAS AML/CFT standards, perform SOW corroboration, manage complex profiles, and drive improvements in controls and turnaround times while advising stakeholders on risk and procedures.