KYC Analyst - Contract

ABOUTTHE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced KYC Quality Assurance Analyst to join our client's Compliance team in Singapore. In this senior individual contributor role, you will serve as the third line of review (L3) for KYC and Source of Wealth (SoW) assessments, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and risk integrity across our customer portfolio.

You will work closely with L1/L2 analysts, the Anti-Money Laundering Officer (AMLO), and internal audit teams to maintain the highest standards of financial crime prevention.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

. Perform second-level review of KYC and Source of Wealth (SoW) assessments, evaluating them for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

. Validate the plausibility and coherence of SoW narratives and supporting documentary evidence.

. Ensure that risk ratings, customer profiles, and red flags are correctly identified, documented, and appropriately addressed.

. Summarise and escalate high-risk or unclear cases to the AMLO with well-reasoned recommendations.

. Maintain quality assurance records and contribute to internal audit readiness and ongoing compliance reviews.

. Provide constructive, actionable feedback to L1 and L2 analysts to drive improvements in quality and consistency.

. Identify systemic issues or trends in KYC reviews and propose process enhancements.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential

. Minimum 3 years of hands-on KYC experience within a licensed bank or financial institution (non-negotiable).

. Prior experience in an L3 reviewer, QA, or Compliance Officer capacity.

. Strong knowledge of AML/CFT regulations and KYC frameworks applicable in Singapore (MAS guidelines).

. Proven ability to assess complex corporate structures and high-risk customer profiles.

. Meticulous attention to detail with strong analytical and investigative skills.