(UP $ 8K) KYC Analyst (1 yr contract)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced KYC Specialist for a 12-month project in Singapore. The candidate will focus on KYC reviews for high-net-worth clients, requiring a minimum of 3 years' experience in KYC/AML roles, strong analytical skills, and regulatory knowledge. This role requires full onsite presence and offers a competitive salary up to $8,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in KYC/AML roles, preferably in private banking.
• Proven experience with SOW analysis and holistic KYC reviews.
• Strong understanding of MAS and HKMA AML/CFT regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end holistic KYC reviews for PB/HNWI customers.
• Perform comprehensive SOW benchmarking and narrative write-ups.
• Prepare clear and concise risk assessments to identify AML/CFT concerns.
• Ensure timely and accurate case management.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance KYC record quality.

Skills

KYC/AML expertise

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced KYC Specialist to support a high-impact remediation project within the Private Banking (PB) / High-Net-Worth Individual (HNWI) customer segment. The role requires strong subject matter expertise in SOW (Source of Wealth) analysis, risk assessment writing, and regulatory compliance in line with MAS and HKMA Anti-Money Laundering standards.

You will be based onsite 100% of the time and will be fully onboarded onto internal systems to ensure seamless integration with the project team.

Central

12 months project

Up to $8,000

2 rounds of interview

Key Responsibilities

Conduct end-to-end holistic KYC reviews, focusing on PB/HNWI customer profiles in alignment with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Perform comprehensive SOW benchmarking and narrative write-ups, applying critical judgment to assess the plausibility and legitimacy of the customer’s wealth.

Prepare clear and concise risk assessments, identifying potential AML/CFT concerns and escalating high-risk cases as appropriate.

Ensure timely and accurate case management, meeting internal deadlines and quality standards.

Apply SME-level knowledge of MAS and HKMA AML/CFT guidelines, ensuring full regulatory compliance across all reviews.

Collaborate with internal teams to resolve documentation gaps and enhance KYC record quality.

Status tracking, reporting, and project monitoring.

Participate in team discussions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to uphold best practices across the KYC function.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in KYC/AML roles, preferably within the private banking or wealth management sector.

Proven experience with SOW analysis, write-ups, and holistic KYC reviews.

Strong understanding of MAS and HKMA AML/CFT regulatory frameworks.

Prior involvement in AML/KYC remediation or transformation projects within a financial institution.

Excellent analytical, writing, and case handling skills with the ability to work independently.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Proficiency in project tracking tools and MI reporting is a plus.

Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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