Senior Periodic Review Officer

GMP Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private bank in Singapore is seeking a Senior Periodic Review Officer on a contract basis. In this role, you will manage AML/CFT compliance, perform periodic KYC/CDD reviews, and handle requests from auditors and regulators. Candidates must have 4-7 years of relevant experience in KYC onboarding within a Private Bank and strong knowledge of AML/CFT regulations. Strong communication skills and experience with high-risk clients are crucial. This position is open to Singaporeans only.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in KYC onboarding, periodic review, or AML compliance in Private Banking.
• Strong knowledge of MAS Notice 626 and AML/CFT regulations.
• Experience in handling high-risk clients and regulatory inspections.

Responsibilities

• Support management of AML/CFT compliance and client lifecycle review activities.
• Take ownership of periodic KYC/CDD reviews and risk assessment.
• Review client transactional activities and escalate potential issues.

Skills

KYC onboarding

AML compliance

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Judgment

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Periodic Review Officer (Contract, Private Bank)

Responsibilities

• Support the CRO, Head of AML/KYC, and Periodic Review Lead in the ongoing management of AML/CFT compliance and client lifecycle review activities.
• Take ownership of periodic KYC / CDD reviews, ensuring client files meet internal standards and regulatory requirements, with appropriate risk assessment and documentation quality.
• Perform risk-based due diligence, including reviews of high‑risk clients, PEPs, complex ownership structures, and cross‑border relationships.
• Review and assess client transactional activities, name screening alerts, and adverse media, exercising judgment to identify unusual patterns and escalating potential issues when required.
• Act as a key point of contact for Front Office, Client Documentation Services, Risk, Legal, and AML teams, working across Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Dubai to resolve KYC and risk‑related matters.
• Handle and coordinate ad‑hoc KYC/CDD requests from auditors, regulators, and Head Office, ensuring timely, accurate, and well‑documented responses.
• Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and compliance reviews, including preparation of materials and follow‑up on findings or remediation actions.
• Contribute to process improvements, control enhancements, and compliance‑related initiatives within the Periodic Review function.
• Stay informed of AML/CFT regulatory developments and internal policy updates, supporting implementation where required.
• Provide guidance and quality oversight to junior team members, as appropriate, to ensure consistency in review standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 4–7 years of relevant experience in KYC onboarding, periodic review, and/or AML compliance within a Private Bank (mandatory).
• Strong working knowledge of MAS Notice 626 and applicable AML/CFT regulations and guidelines, with proven ability to apply regulatory requirements in a Private Banking environment.
• Experience supporting or managing AML/CFT regulatory inspections, internal and external audits, and participation in compliance or process improvement initiatives.
• Hands‑on experience handling high‑risk clients, including PEPs, complex ownership structures, trusts, and offshore arrangements, with appropriate escalation and documentation.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment, balancing regulatory requirements with business needs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering with Front Office and regional stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

This Singapore‑based position is opened to Singaporeans only.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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