Associate, KYC Operations, Setclear

Role Overview: As a member of the KYC/Client Onboarding team, your role will involve performing timely Periodic Reviews for international accounts managed from HK/SG/AU region. You will be responsible for coordinating with clients and various internal functions like Front Office, Compliance, AML, Operations, and FATCA under business/client urgency. Your strong understanding of KYC requirements will be crucial in conducting client due diligence on existing clients to identify changes in risk profile. Additionally, your proficiency in Chinese language will be highly beneficial in liaising with external clients and internal teams. Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate with clients and internal functions across different units to ensure timely Periodic Reviews - Collect all relevant constitutional documents by liaising with external clients and internal teams, emphasizing the importance of Chinese language proficiency - Conduct verification checks with external data sources and screening tools to ensure compliance with Customer Identification Program and Internal AML policies - Handle tasks arising from periodic reviews for existing client accounts - Participate in testing enhancements to client due diligence databases and systems - Resolve screening process issues efficiently and escalate exceptions to the Regional Head of AML or Group Head of Compliance when necessary - Maintain an updated database of information, documents, financial reports, and news on accounts for Compliance vetting, Legal, and Internal Audit - Identify and implement process improvements, providing guidance and support on key process and technology initiatives to the business Qualifications Required: - Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in KYC/Client Onboarding functions, preferably within the banking industry - Proficiency in Mandarin language (basic reading, writing, and speaking) is a value-added skill - Good understanding of constitutional documents and corporate structures - Working knowledge of periodic review for equity and FI products - Knowledge of HK SFC/SG MAS AML regulations is advantageous - Attention to detail, process-oriented mindset, research/investigative skills - Proficient in Word and Excel - Strong time management, organizational, and relationship-building skills (Note: Any additional details of the company were not mentioned in the provided job description.),