Snr KYC CDD- Checker (Banking, East, Contract)

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

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior KYC CDD Checker to perform compliance reviews across various client types in the banking sector. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in KYC or AML and must possess strong analytical and documentation skills. Responsibilities include monitoring KYC records, ensuring compliance, and engaging in customer outreach as needed. This role is critical for maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of relevant experience in KYC/AML or banking.
• Knowledge of AML/KYC policies and due diligence processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC reviews across client types and risk classes.
• Monitor and track KYC records, ensuring timely completion.
• Engage in customer outreach when required.

Skills

KYC/AML compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Snr KYC CDD- Checker (Banking, East, Contract)

Perform KYC reviews (scheduled and unscheduled) across client types and risk classes, ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.

Monitor and track KYC records, support action plans for expiring records, and ensure timely completion to avoid overdue cases.

Escalate suspicious product usage or AML concerns to senior management promptly.

Execute KYC efforts in line with CBSU AML KYC Ops procedures.

Determine account scope and perform client identification, verification, and screening.

Validate and confirm customer information (e.g., address, employment, PEP/SPF connectivity, sanctions screening) through internal data or approved third-party sources.

Conduct enhanced due diligence checks, including negative news and social media screening, when required.

Partner with internal teams to ensure comprehensive due diligence and documentation reviews.

Coordinate with Outreach/RM teams to obtain additional information for account reviews.

Maintain high-quality standards (90% and above) for KYC reviews.

Escalate technology issues or procedural clarifications to managers for guidance.

Ensure files undergo Quality Control (QC) reviews before submission and resolve any discrepancies.

Submit records for Business Approval (BA) and address discrepancies identified during BA reviews.

Engage in direct customer outreach when required.

Qualifications & Skills

5 - 8 years relevant experience in KYC/AML/Due Diligence or has banking experience is Preferred

Knowledge of AML/KYC policies including bank systems, applications and due diligence processes

Subject Matter Expert

Strong analytical and comprehension skills with the ability to analyze and document large amounts of data

Strong documentation skills to clearly articulate disposition

Adherence to controls and compliance standards

Detailed, well-organized, self-starter and capable of working under minimum supervision

Able to multitask and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and results-oriented team player

EA License No. 01C4394