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KYC Analyst

Job description

The role of Transfer Agency ("TA") AML/KYC Analyst is a new contract role that has been created to help support the current Transfer Agency AML/KYC team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Act as a contact point between internal parties mainly processing team in Malaysia and clients on AML/KYC related matters;
  • Perform or review customer due diligence on new investors which would involve requesting KYC information, reviewing and verifying the received documentation, conducting screening and communicating findings to the clients;
  • Complete new Account openings in the Transfer Agency system.
  • Provide AML-related and FATCA/CRS reporting to client and address follow-up queries;
  • Ensure proper record retention of relevant AML/KYC documentation for an audience that includes Management, Regulators, Internal Audit, Senior Managers and Internal Compliance.
  • Perform or review customer due diligence/ KYC on new investors;
  • Liaise with the clients on KYC and AML reporting matters;


KEY COMPETENCIES / SKILLS

  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in conducting customer due diligence/ KYC in a financial services or banking environment;
  • Has adequate understanding of the AML/ CTF Act in particular KYC requirements as well as FATCA/CRS requirement;
  • Exceptional customer service with client focus in all aspects of work;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with staff and third parties;
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail;
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently, meet deadlines and achieve objectives;
  • Proactive and able to use initiative;
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment;
  • Ability to demonstrate a satisfactory level of verbal and written English.


QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting, finance, computer science, Business Admin and/or professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent), preferred, but not required.


Description of minimum work experience required for this role

  • Minimum 3 years in a similar position;
  • Experience with conducting AML/KYC