Periodic Review Compliance Officer (12 months)/Private banking

Job responsibilities

• Build strong working relationships with key teams, including Front Office, Client Documentation Services (CDS), KYC/AML Onboarding, AML Investigations, and Risk Management.
• Support the Head of AML/KYC and Head of Periodic Review in managing compliance reviews for existing client relationships and addressing new or incremental KYC/CDD risks.
• Guide Relationship Managers across Singapore and overseas offices (Hong Kong, Thailand, Dubai) on periodic review submissions, including KYC updates, account structure changes, and adverse news handling.
• Assist with ad-hoc KYC/CDD matters and respond to queries from regulators, auditors, and Head Office.
• Review client profiles during periodic reviews to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements for AML/CFT/CDD.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of KYC information, adequacy of source of wealth narratives, and plausibility assessments.
• Conduct client risk assessments and due diligence for high-risk profiles.
• Perform name screening (Google, World-Check, Factiva) and transaction reviews to ensure activities align with client risk profiles; investigate suspicious transactions.
• Participate in projects and process improvement initiatives related to KYC/CDD.
• Uphold values of integrity, diligence, fairness, and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Ensure proper identification, assessment, and documentation of KYC/CDD issues.
• Escalate unresolved KYC/CDD measures or suspicious activities promptly.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimal 5 years of experience in KYC onboarding, periodic review , or AML roles within private banking or wealth management.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in other Asian languages is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of private banking operations and MAS 626 guidelines.
• Experience handling AML/CFT regulatory inspections, audits, and strategic projects.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.