Vice President / Director, Client Due Diligence (CDD -Private Banking)

We are partnering with a leading international private bank to appoint an experienced Vice President / Director, Client Due Diligence (CDD) professional to join its Singapore team.

This is a senior role within the Client Due Diligence function, working closely with regional stakeholders to ensure robust client onboarding standards, adherence to AML/KYC regulations, and continuous enhancement of account opening processes.

1. Review new client account opening submissions, including documentation, due diligence/KYC information, AML risk assessments, and supporting materials, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
2. Conduct comprehensive due diligence checks, including tax-related reviews, using internal and external sources to independently validate Source of Wealth (SOW) and supporting evidence.
3. Partner closely with Front Office teams and key stakeholders to facilitate efficient client onboarding while maintaining strong risk controls.
4. Drive operational excellence and continuous improvements across CDD processes, workflows, and systems.
5. Support a range of CDD-related activities, including:Account blocking and unblocking processesInvestigation and management of screening alertsEscalation of higher-risk cases where requiredUser testing of AML/CFT and onboarding systems
6. Monitor workflow pipelines and ensure service level commitments are consistently achieved.
7. Provide regular reporting and updates to management on onboarding activity, priorities, and key deliverables.
8. Contribute to maintaining a strong compliance culture and high standards of client due diligence across the business.

1. Degree qualification in Business, Accounting, Law, Finance, or a related discipline.
2. Minimum 10 years of relevant AML/KYC and Client Due Diligence experience within financial services.
3. Strong private banking or wealth management experience is highly preferred.
4. Deep understanding of AML, KYC, client onboarding, tax due diligence, and regulatory requirements.
5. Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and risk assessment capabilities.
6. Ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and Front Office teams.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese.
8. Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

1. Join a well-established international private banking platform.
2. Work closely with senior stakeholders across Compliance, Operations, and Front Office.
3. Opportunity to influence and enhance regional onboarding and due diligence processes.
4. Exposure to complex private banking clients and cross-border regulatory environments.

If you are keen please send in your application to Komal at [email protected]