VP, AML Onboarding

Our client, a leading international private bank, is seeking an experienced Senior CDD / AML Compliance professional to join their Singapore office. This is a key role within the 2LoD Compliance function, focusing on onboarding of high-risk clients.

About the Role

You will be responsible for conducting high-quality due diligence assessments on both existing and newly onboarded clients, with a strong focus on high-risk profiles, PEPs, and complex structures.

Key Responsibilities

Onboarding

• Conduct thorough KYC checks and risk assessments for new accounts, with emphasis on high-risk and PEP clients.
• Review SOW, perform plausibility checks, and ensure corroboration.
• Conduct screening checks on clients and related entities.
• Document onboarding risk assessments to a high standard.
• Collaborate closely with FO, Business Managers, Compliance teams, and senior management.
• Support broader compliance projects and ad-hoc tasks as needed.

Requirements

• 810 years experience in AML, CDD or Compliance within private banking
• Strong knowledge of MAS AML/CFT regulations.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Familiarity with AML Onboarding Systems.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills; able to influence and partner with stakeholders across all levels.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their resume to Foo Jun Jie at [Confidential Information], or Eugenia Lin at [HIDDEN TEXT] quoting the job title. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

License No: 24S2395

Registration No: R1551124