Senior KYC Analyst (Banking Project)

Job Description

Our Client is seeking an experienced Senior KYC Analyst to join the Hong Kong team, specializing in the onboarding of Non-Resident Chinese (NRC) customers for a digital banking project. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in KYC (Know Your Customer), AML (Anti-Money Laundering), and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) processes, with a proven track record of handling complex NRC onboarding cases in a financial institution.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute end-to-end KYC due diligence for NRC clients, ensuring compliance with local and international regulatory requirements.

Review and validate customer documentation, source of wealth / funds, and risk assessments for NRC onboarding.

Liaise with front office, compliance, and operations teams to resolve KYC issues and ensure timely onboarding.

Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk NRC clients, including PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons) and complex structures.

Stay updated on regulatory changes impacting NRC onboarding and implement best practices.

Mentor and provide guidance to junior KYC analysts.

Prepare and present reports on KYC / NRC onboarding metrics and risk trends to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Law, or related field.
• 5–10 years of KYC / AML experience in banking or financial services, with a focus on NRC (Non-resident Chinese) customer onboarding.
• Strong knowledge of Hong Kong and international AML / KYC regulations (e.g., HKMA, SFC, FATF).
• Experience with complex client structures, cross-border onboarding, and enhanced due diligence.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin (Cantonese is a plus).

Preferred Qualifications

ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent AML / KYC certification.

Experience working with digital onboarding platforms and KYC utilities.

Prior exposure to private banking or wealth management NRC clients.

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