Compliance Specialist (KYC/CDD)
Core
Conduct customer due diligence (KYC/CDD/EDD) reviews, assess high-risk client profiles, and ensure adherence to AML/CFT regulations and internal policies for a financial institution.
Role type
Compliance Specialist (AML/KYC)
Builds
Customer risk assessments and compliance reports for management approval
Domain
Financial Services / Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
Required skills
KYC/CDD/EDD review execution, high-risk customer assessment, regulatory compliance knowledge (MAS Notice 626), sanctions screening, risk mitigation strategy, documentation verification, stakeholder advisory
Preferred skills
ACAMS or ICA certification, correspondent banking experience, SWIFT RMA review expertise, complex entity structure analysis (trusts, funds, VCCs)
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive KYC, CDD, and EDD reviews for new onboarding and periodic checks; Assess high-risk customer profiles including trusts, funds, and correspondent banking relationships; Verify customer documentation accuracy and completeness; Partner with business units to provide guidance on AML, FATCA, and CRS requirements; Identify unusual transaction patterns and support suspicious activity reporting; Prepare AML-related reports, trackers, and management information; Contribute to training sessions and awareness programs for business stakeholders; Monitor review pipelines and follow up on outstanding documentation or remediation items.
Seniority
Mid-level (3-5 years experience)