(Junior) KYC Analyst | Top-tier investment bank

Hays Hong Kong
Full time Contract On-site Competitive

About the job

Your new company

Join a leading global financial institution renowned for its strong presence in investment banking, markets, and client services. You will be part of a high-performing team supporting client onboarding initiatives and working closely with front-office stakeholders across multiple regions.

Your new role

As a KYC Analyst, you will manage and coordinate client onboarding processes from initiation to completion, partnering closely with Sales, Legal, Credit Risk, Compliance, and Operations teams. You will act as a key contact for clients, monitor onboarding progress, resolve process bottlenecks, and help deliver an excellent client experience while ensuring all requirements are met before trading activities commence.

What you'll need to succeed
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
  • 1-2 years of experience in KYC, client onboarding, or a client-facing operations role.
  • Strong understanding of onboarding and pre-trade processes.
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with data analytics experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluent English required; Mandarin, Cantonese, or Japanese language skills are highly advantageous.
  • Strong risk awareness, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


What you'll get in return
  • Opportunity to work alongside front-office Sales and global stakeholders.
  • Exposure to client onboarding, risk management, and financial markets operations.
  • Development of project management, client relationship, and regulatory knowledge.
  • A collaborative and dynamic working environment with extensive learning opportunities.
  • Valuable experience within a world-class financial services organisation, enhancing your long-term career prospects.


What you need to do now
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity or other career opportunities, please contact Kingsley Mui at Hays on +852 2101 0042 or email [email protected].

To apply, please click "Apply Now" and submit your latest CV. If this role is not quite the right fit, but you are considering your next career move, we would be pleased to have a confidential discussion about your long-term career goals.