Onboarding & KYC Advisory Specialist- 12 months

Hays Hong Kong
Full time Contract On-site Competitive

About the job

Your new company

Join a dynamic wealth management team and play a key role in delivering a seamless client onboarding experience while ensuring the highest standards of compliance and risk management.

Your new role
  • Support the end-to-end client onboarding and account opening process for wealth management clients.
  • Review and validate onboarding documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Act as a key contact for internal stakeholders, providing guidance on onboarding requirements and resolving queries efficiently.
  • Partner with Risk, Compliance, and Financial Crime teams to manage exceptions and facilitate approvals.
  • Contribute ideas to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the client experience.
  • Ensure AML, KYC, and Client Due Diligence (CDD) requirements are met in accordance with internal policies and regulatory standards.


What you'll need to succeed
  • 1 to 3 years of experience in client onboarding, KYC, AML, account opening, or a related banking/financial services function.
  • Sound understanding of AML/KYC regulations and risk management principles.
  • Fluent in English and Chinese, both written and spoken.


What you'll get in return
  • Exposure to a broad range of stakeholders across Front Office, Compliance, Risk, and Operations.
  • A collaborative and supportive team culture that values learning and development.
  • Hands-on experience in regulatory, onboarding, and client lifecycle processes.


What you need to do now

This is a great opportunity for professionals who enjoy combining client service, risk management, and operational excellence.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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