Compliance Due Diligence Analyst

About the Role 

You will operate as part of the second line of defence, take charge of our periodic reviews, and assist with ongoing due diligence process and client on-boarding reviews. The role focuses predominantly on our corporate and institutional client base, with some exposure to individual retail clients.

What You Will Do

• Performing ongoing due diligence where there are changes to client information, ownership structures, adverse news, or other relevant developments.


• Act as a second line reviewer assessing KYC documentation, risk assessments, ascertaining Source of Wealth and Source of Funds and ensuring adherence to internal AML/CFT standards.


• Assist with conducting risk-based periodic reviews on existing clients to ensure compliance with internal policies and MAS requirements.


• Assess, identify and recommend account controls/restriction in order to mitigate MLTF risks posed by high-risk clients in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.


• Maintain thorough documentation of reviews and decisions made, supporting audit and regulatory requests.


• Liaise with Commercial, Legal, Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate due diligence processes.


• Keep abreast of MAS regulations, guidelines, and industry best practices to ensure compliance measures remain current and effective.

What We Are Looking For

• Candidate must at least have a Bachelor's degree, and a minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in compliance, AML, or KYC/due diligence roles within financial services, preferably in payments, banks, or fintech.


• Strong interest in Cryptocurrency and the Crypto-industry is preferrable


• Working knowledge in Cryptocurrency will be advantageous


• Basic understanding of MAS regulatory expectations, particularly under the Payment Services Act.


• Familiarity with corporate structures, beneficial ownership, Source of Wealth/Funds and AML/CFT red flags.


• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and investigative skills.


• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.