KYC Specialist

Job Summary:

Our Client, a well-established Foreign Bank in Malaysia is seeking a person skilled and experienced in KYC (Know Your Customer) to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for various KYC activities for the corporate business of the bank.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify customer documentation to ensure conformity to rules and regulations as required by the bank.
• Conduct initial (Customer Due Diligence - CDD) and ongoing (Enhanced Due Diligence - EDD) due diligence on new and existing customers.
• Continuously monitor transactions for unusual or suspicious activity and investigate potential matches against watchlists and sanctions lists.
• Ensure all activities comply with company policies and government regulations, including AML and CFT laws.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all KYC-related activities.
• Stay informed about changes in AML/KYC laws and sanction lists.
  

Qualifications and Skills:

• Tertiary education (Bachelors and above).
• Experience in a similar role in corporate banking.
• Good communication skills in English and Chinese.
• Ability to speak Japanese is desirable (not compulsory)
• A self-starter, fast learner and adaptable with the ability to work independently.