REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 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.

• 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.