Officer, KYC Due Diligence Analyst 1 - CANTONESE Proficiency

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking an Officer, KYC Due Diligence Analyst 1, to join their team in New York. This entry-level role focuses on Anti-Money Laundering monitoring and regulatory reporting. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess relevant skills in business acumen and risk management.

The position involves collaborating with compliance teams, maintaining KYC records, and ensuring regulatory standards are met. Citi offers a hybrid work model, presenting opportunities for career growth in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and approval of KYC records.
• Create and maintain KYC records from various sources.
• Update system information for KYC records.
• Validate KYC documents to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Maintain BSU tool.
• Assess risk during business decisions.

Skills

Business Acumen

Credible Challenge

Laws and Regulations

Risk Controls and Monitors

Education

Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Officer, KYC Due Diligence Analyst 1 - CANTONESE Proficiency

Job Req Id

25907196

Location(s)

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Job Type

Hybrid

Posted

Oct. 16, 2025

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Job Overview

The KYC Operations Analyst 1 is an entry-level position responsible for participating in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) monitoring, governance, oversight and regulatory reporting activities in coordination with the Compliance and Control team. The overall objective of this role is to assist in the development and management of a dedicated internal KYC (Know Your Client) program at Citi.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Relationship Management and Compliance teams to assist with the preparation, development, due diligence and approval of the electronic Know Your Client (KYC) record and supporting appendices
• Create and maintain KYC records by obtaining information from internal and external sources (firm website, regulatory websites, etc.)
• Partner with Relationship Management and Compliance teams to update system information from initiation to approval of KYC record and report workflow progress to supervisor
• Validate the information within KYC records and Customer Identification Program (CIP) documents to ensure completion and accuracy
• Ensure KYC records incorporate local regulatory requirements / Global Business Support Unit (BSU) Standards
• Maintain BSU tool
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience preferred

Education

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Most Relevant Skills

Business Acumen, Credible Challenge, Laws and Regulations, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Referral and Escalation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation.

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