KYC/ CDD analyst (12-month contract)
Or client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive KYC Analyst. The role involves managing client onboarding, periodic reviews, and trigger events in compliance with regulatory requirements for different jurisdictions. You will collaborate closely with internal teams including Compliance, Operations, and account management to ensure accurate and timely delivery of tasks while maintaining high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct new client onboarding and periodic reviews in line with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Update internal systems and databases with client information and documentation.
- Address inquiries and ad hoc requests from internal stakeholders, including Compliance.
- Coordinate with various teams throughout the review lifecycle to ensure timely completion.
- Manage workload effectively during volume spikes and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Adapt to changes in regulations, policies, procedures, and processes.
- Deliver high-quality results with accuracy and efficiency under tight deadlines.
Experience Required
- Strong attention to detail with excellent research and investigative abilities.
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal) in English; ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
- Ability to work independently, manage pressure, multitask, and troubleshoot issues to mitigate risks.
- Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of accountability and teamwork.
- Quick learner of policies, procedures, systems, processes, and controls.
- 1–3 years of experience in AML/KYC customer due diligence or regulatory program-related processes/projects is perferred.
- Familiarity with global KYC/CIP requirements for jurisdictions such as the UK, U.S., Hong Kong, and Singapore is highly desirable.
About the job
Contract Type: Temp
Specialism: Financial Services
Focus: Operations
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: HKD20,000 - HKD35,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Hong Kong
TEMPORARYJob Reference: ITEPAF-ECEE1F99
Date posted: 27 October 2025
Consultant: Rachel Tong
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