AVP- KYC
AVP- KYC
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09-04-2025
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Job Description
Job Purpose:
- This role is responsible for the daily work of the KYC team specifically being the main checker for all types of workflows NTB onboarding or Periodic Reviews or Trigger Event reviews processed by the team. Incumbent is expected to be familiar with processing of all KYC files from all client segments namely Financial Institutions (Banks and NonBanks Financial Institutions) Corporate and Private Banking.
- Subject matter expert on KYC customer onboarding matters.
- The role is the first point of contact for resolution of all queries from front office / clients or other internal stakeholders.
- The incumbent is designated as the de facto Deputy Head of the Department and steps in during the HODs absence.
- This role requires the incumbent to actively collaborate with Technology and Business partners in all change management activities for the KYC/ Due Diligence/ Static Data team where he/she is expected to contribute analyze review and recommend best practices relating to activities managed by the KYC/ Due Diligence/Static data team.
- Incumbent is expected to monitor and control operational risk throughout the client lifecycle management process.
- Ensure that processes are regularly reviewed and improved for changes to the Procedures (Internal) / Regulations so that the organization remains compliant.
- Active engagement with Auditors Compliance Risk groups to manage functional matters.
- Manage and supervise Junior team members (makers and checkers) to ensure the BAU is run smoothly and adhere to the department procedures.
Key Accountabilities:
- Ensure performance of KYC to cover local regulatory requirements stipulated by Regulators across Asia and in accordance with the banks AML and KYC Policies and Procedures. This includes reviewing and checking for completeness of CDD information and supporting documentations (including FATCA and CRS forms) for new and existing customers (periodic review) and performing risk assessments in line with the banks AML and KYC Policies and Procedures. This applies to all branches in Asia.
- Manage KYC / CDD trigger events and reviews and ensure appropriate actions are taken in accordance with the AML and KYC Policies and Procedures.
- Perform checking functions for name screening and searches on prospective customers and existing customer base.
- Comanage the KYC teams in the APAC region extend the expertise to perform KYC for APAC region.
- Review and check for completeness of maintenance of static information to facilitate batch screening as per FAB requirements.
- Ensure 1st line of defense controls and procedures are implemented effectively.
- Ensure maintenance of customer lists and keep records accurate and uptodate including archiving the records.
- Prepare and/or review of MIS at required periodicity prepare the regulatory reports in a timely accurate and complete manner for submission.
- Support preparing and refining design documents describing the process steps for projects on digital initiatives and automation of processes
- Maintain and keep static customer data accurate and uptodate in the Core Banking System for Singapore branch.
- Prepare and review the MIS at various periodicity and issue reporting ensure KRIs are not breached
- Participate in projects at the branch and regional level including projects on digital initiatives and automation of processes.
- Participate in project related to having Singapore branch become the regional hub for processing KYC of the APAC region.
- Perform any other duties given by the Management on an adhoc and project basis.
- Support the Asia regions in advisory and checker.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualification
- A recognized diploma/degree in Business Banking Accounting Finance or equivalent
- ACAMs or ICA Certified practitioner
Minimum Experience
- 710 years of experience performing KYC in a banking environment.
- Work experience / knowledge of cross border regulations for performing KYC for APAC region and / or as external or internal auditor is an added advantage.
- Familiar with internal controls and banking operations particularly antimoney laundering. This includes good understanding of AML risk risk ratings source of funds/wealth related parties PEPs etc.
- Good writing and communication skills
- Selfstarter resourceful independent active team player and able to handle work pressures
- Ability to multitask prioritize and deliver consistent results.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
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