About the Role

Our client, a leading global financial services institution, is looking for an AML/KYC Onboarding Associate to join their Anti-Money Laundering Client Due Diligence (AML/CDD) team on a 1-year contract. This team manages new client onboarding and account expansion across Global Banking and Global Markets (GBGM), ensuring AML/CDD checks are completed in line with country-specific regulatory standards and CIP/CDD procedures.

This is a great opportunity for a KYC professional to gain exposure to a wide range of financial products, markets, and stakeholders within a top-tier banking environment, while contributing to a high-performing, delivery-focused team.

Key Responsibilities

Perform document gap analysis by self-sourcing and reviewing available documentation, including public and vendor-sourced information across multiple Asian jurisdictions
Liaise with sales and client-facing teams to obtain and validate required documentation
Process AML/CDD checks by enriching onboarding requests in the system of record and conducting enhanced due diligence (EDD) where required
Support the creation and tracking of key business metrics
Partner with internal departments to resolve KYC-related issues
Contribute to ad hoc projects tied to new processes or industry initiatives
Participate in remediation exercises and internal/external audit requirements
Collaborate with business partners to onboard clients both locally and regionally

What We're Looking For

2–4 years of relevant experience in AML/KYC, CDD, or onboarding roles
Strong control mindset with a solid understanding of regulatory and reputational risk; knowledge of APAC AML/CDD requirements is a plus
Excellent presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
A proactive, self-starting learner committed to continuous improvement
Prior experience working in an Asia-Pacific or global environment
Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic team setting
Comfortable liaising with stakeholders across all levels and backgrounds
Strong written and spoken English; additional language skills are an advantage

AML/KYC Onboarding Associate -1 Year Contract