Onboarding & KYC Analyst

Job Description

We seek a detail-oriented Onboarding & KYC Analyst to manage client onboarding, conduct due diligence, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (AML/CFT frameworks). This role is critical to mitigating risks and maintaining the integrity of our trading operations in a fast-paced global environment.

Key Responsibilities

Client Onboarding:

• Lead end-to-end onboarding for new clients, counterparties, and suppliers in compliance with company policies and sanction regulations.
• Collect, verify, and maintain KYC documentation (e.g., corporate structures, UBOs, financial statements).
  
  

Due Diligence

• Perform risk assessments and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk jurisdictions or politically exposed persons (PEPs).
• Screen clients against sanctions lists (OFAC, EU, UN, etc.) using tools like WorldCheck or Artemis.
• Addressing incomplete documentation or non-compliance issues creatively.
  
  

Compliance Oversight

• Ensure alignment with AML/CFT laws, anti-bribery regulations, and internal compliance frameworks.
• Update procedures to reflect changes in Singaporean and international regulations.
  
  

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise with Legal, Trading, and Finance teams to resolve discrepancies and expedite onboarding.
• Train internal teams on KYC/AML best practices and red-flag indicators.
  
  

Record Management

• Maintain auditable records of due diligence processes and client approvals.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-cultural client interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple clients cases and expectation simultaneously especially during delays or added due diligence.
• Ability to prioritise tasks in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree
• Experience in KYC/AML, client onboarding, or compliance within commodities trading, oil & gas, or financial services
• Able to travel when needed