CLIENT BACKGROUND
Our client is an International Bank. We are seeking an experienced CDD (Customer Due Diligence) Associate with a focus on Daily External Investigations, Know Your Customer (KYC), and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) activities to join our team in Hong Kong. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing the bank's compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations through thorough customer screening and due diligence.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
- Conduct extensive background checks and investigations on new and existing customers, including individuals and corporate entities
- Gather, analyze, and verify customer information and documentation to establish their identity, source of wealth, and business activities
- Assess customer risk profiles and determine the appropriate level of due diligence required
- Maintain detailed records and documentation to support CDD and KYC processes
- Collaborate with other departments, such as Compliance and Risk, to address any red flags or escalate high-risk cases
- Stay up-to-date with the latest regulatory changes and industry best practices in CDD and KYC
- Assist in the implementation and enhancement of the bank's CDD and KYC policies and procedures
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar CDD or KYC role at a financial institution
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, evaluate, and synthesize complex information
- Excellent attention to detail and a thorough, methodical approach to work
- Proficiency in using various databases and investigative tools for customer screening and due diligence
- Sound understanding of AML/CTF regulations and compliance requirements in Hong Kong
- Fluency in English and Cantonese/Mandarin, with strong written and verbal communication skills