KYC/AML Analyst_Sanction Screening L4 - 7.1-9 years

Responsibilities  

Diligently carry out the 2LoD role in the account recertification and account opening process:  

• Reviewing client profiles to ensure conformity to internal BNPP and HK/SG regulatory requirements on Anti Money Laundering /Countering Financing of Terrorism /Customer Due Diligence standards, producing client risk assessments, due diligence analysis and assigning an appropriate risk rating  

• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of existing client relationships to SG/HK risk committee with the objective of obtaining business & compliance management approval to start/maintain the relationship with the client  

• Review client transactions for the period under review and flag out any suspicious transactions with regard to unknown 3rd parties; commercial nature etc.  

• Provide advisory support to the business with regard to resolving newly identified adverse media, link to sanction countries related issues, identifying potential Politically Exposed Persons etc 
• To provide advisory to Business on KYC and Financial Security matters. 
• To investigate, analyze, prepare memo, and ensure required protocol is followed through

  for cases with KYC/AML/FS concerns.  

  • Perform risk assessment and make decisions with regards to unblocking of accounts 
  • Conducting investigations and assist in the filing of suspicious transaction reports (STRs) as appropriate 
  • To assist with internal audits, regulatory inspection and investigations ·       Be familiar with relevant MAS and HKMA requirements. 
  • To proactively identify potential gaps in the current processes/policies against regulatory requirements 
  • To work with Onshore Compliance on derogations and other policies-related matters. 
  • Collaborate with the larger compliance community, e.g. APAC Financial Security AML Advisory team. 
  • To provide administrative support such as tracking of file status, updating of bankruptcy lists. 
  • Perform any ad-hoc duties assigned by supervisor, including KYC in relation to client account closure 
  • KYC review of bank counterparties, review of bank reference letters, review of client investment profile questionnaires 

  Technical & Behavioral Competencies  

  • A team player with good relationship management and people skills 
  • Able to work independently, perform under pressure with tight deadlines and multitasks. 
  • A good knowledge of compliance framework with strong analytical skill. 
  • Have strong written and communication skills. 
  • Strong presentation skill 
  • Microsoft Outlook, MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint 

     

  Specific Qualifications:  

  • University graduate 

     Minimum 5 years of KYC/FS Compliance experience in Wealth Management/Private Bank with HK and SG exposure  

    • Organized and meticulous