KYC Compliance Officer (1 year Contract) - ACHIEVE TECHNOLOGY ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD

Roles & Responsibilities

Position Summary

We are seeking a diligent and motivated Junior KYC Compliance Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the client due diligence process, performing periodic reviews, and assisting in remediation projects. This is an excellent opportunity to develop deep expertise in AML / KYC regulations within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and has a foundational understanding of financial crime risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting end-to-end KYC periodic reviews and remediation for a portfolio of corporate and institutional clients, ensuring adherence to Customer Due Diligence (CDD) standards.
• Perform client screening against sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), and adverse media lists using internal systems and reputable sources.
• Support the analysis of legal entity structures and ownership hierarchies to identify and verify Beneficial Owners.
• Collect, analyze, and validate client documentation and information from reliable sources.
• Identify and escalate data discrepancies, potential risks, and unusual activity to senior analysts and team leads.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers and Onboarding teams to gather necessary KYC documentation and resolve straightforward cases.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all due diligence efforts in accordance with firm policy.
• Stay updated on changes to global AML / KYC regulations and internal policies.

Qualifications & Required Skills

Experience :

Technical & Analytical Skills :

LexisNexis, Refinitiv) is highly advantageous.

Interpersonal & Soft Skills :

Preferred Qualifications :

Tell employers what skills you have

Outlook

Analyze Information

Producing

Legal Documents

Remediation

Due Diligence

Analytical Skills

Soft Skills

Attention to Detail

Financial Statements

Banking

AML

KYC

Screening

Financial Services