KYC Refresh

Madison-Davis, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison-Davis, LLC is seeking a bilingual Compliance Analyst in New York to support KYC reviews, sanctions screening, and ongoing regulatory compliance while assisting with client relationship management.

The role requires Mandarin Chinese and English proficiency and involves coordination with financial institution clients and teams for effective regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English.
• Experience with KYC reviews and sanctions screening preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic KYC reviews for existing clients to ensure docs are current and compliant.
• Screen clients, owners, and related parties against sanctions and watchlists.
• Identify and escalate potential compliance concerns for higher-risk activity.
• Support the BSA Officer with monitoring, audits, and internal controls.
• Maintain regular communication with financial institution clients.
• Assist with client meetings and relationship development in Greater China.
• Coordinate reviews and ensure timely follow-up on business matters.
• Maintain accurate client records and coordinate across departments.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

English

Communication

Job description

Title: KYC Refresh

Office Status: In-Office

Pay Rate: $65/hour

Contract Length: Not specified

ABOUT THE ROLE

A financial services organization is seeking a bilingual Compliance Analyst to support KYC reviews, sanctions screening, and ongoing regulatory compliance while assisting with client relationship management. This role combines financial crime compliance responsibilities with account coverage for financial institution clients, requiring strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to manage client documentation and follow-up. Mandarin Chinese and English proficiency are required, and experience working with financial institutions is preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct periodic and annual Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews for existing clients to ensure documentation is accurate, current, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Screen clients, beneficial owners, and related parties against sanctions lists, politically exposed persons (PEPs) databases, and other relevant watchlists.
• Identify and escalator potential compliance concerns and higher-risk client activity for further review.
• Support the BSA Officer with compliance monitoring, audit preparation, documentation, and the maintenance of internal controls and procedures.
• Maintain regular communication with financial institution clients and support ongoing relationship management.
• Assist with client meetings, market research, and identifying opportunities to develop relationships with financial institutions in Greater China.
• Coordinate client relationship reviews, respond to inquiries, and ensure timely follow-up on business matters.
• Maintain accurate client records, monitor account information, and coordinate with internal departments to support smooth account operations.Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English required.