KYC Onboarding Analyst - Foreign Financial Firm
Morgan McKinley
Hong Kong
Full time
Permanent
On-site
Competitive
About the job
Company Overview
Our organization is a premier global financial services institution specializing in asset servicing, fund administration, and securities operations . We support sophisticated institutional clients worldwide by delivering exceptional operational and compliance solutions .
Position Overview
We are seeking a diligent professional to join our Fund Operations division, specifically embedded within our Client Lifecycle team . In this role, you will manage client due diligence, perform robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) assessments, and facilitate seamless account registration in strict adherence to regulatory standards and corporate compliance mandates .
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical reasoning with outstanding communication skills to execute tasks accurately within a global framework .
Key Responsibilities
Our organization is a premier global financial services institution specializing in asset servicing, fund administration, and securities operations . We support sophisticated institutional clients worldwide by delivering exceptional operational and compliance solutions .
Position Overview
We are seeking a diligent professional to join our Fund Operations division, specifically embedded within our Client Lifecycle team . In this role, you will manage client due diligence, perform robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) assessments, and facilitate seamless account registration in strict adherence to regulatory standards and corporate compliance mandates .
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical reasoning with outstanding communication skills to execute tasks accurately within a global framework .
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting: Generate and monitor internal performance and external compliance reports .
- Client Onboarding: Conduct comprehensive background checks, AML/KYC investigations, and configure new client profiles in the system .
- Data Integrity: Digitally archive onboarding documentation and maintain historical records .
- Profile Maintenance: Review and execute updates to existing client static data records .
- Risk Screening: Cross-reference investor details against global sanctions and adverse media databases .
- Escalation Management: Flag and escalate potential compliance risks to internal teams swiftly .
- Policy Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to all internal controls and client-specific protocols .
- Query Management: Address internal and external stakeholder inquiries promptly and professionally .
- Cross-Border Collaboration: Work closely with international teams to maintain operational excellence .
- Project Engagement: Actively participate in local and international process improvement initiatives .
- Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience .
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years within the financial services sector, specifically focusing on AML/KYC compliance .
- Adaptability: A strong desire and capacity to acquire new industry knowledge quickly .
- Analytical Skills: High precision, keen eye for detail, and the ability to navigate complex data .
- Resilience: Proven capability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in high-pressure environments .
- Technical Literacy: Proficiency in standard MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) .
- System Knowledge: Experience with industry-standard transfer agency platforms (such as Multifonds) is highly regarded .
- Languages: Excellent communication skills in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese are strongly preferred .
- Flexibility: Availability to provide operational support during local public holidays when required .