Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented KYC Analyst to support customer onboarding and due diligence processes within a fast-growing fintech environment. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with AML/CFT regulations, performing risk-based assessments, and safeguarding the business against financial crime risks while maintaining a seamless customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews for individual and corporate clients during onboarding and periodic reviews
- Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers
- Verify customer identity using reliable sources and documentation
- Perform sanctions screening, PEP checks, and adverse media searches
- Assess customer risk profiles based on jurisdiction, business activities, transaction patterns, and ownership structures
- Escalate high-risk or suspicious cases to Compliance / AML teams for further review
- Ensure all KYC reviews are completed within SLA timelines and in accordance with regulatory standards
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation for audit and regulatory purposes
- Support ongoing monitoring and trigger reviews based on risk indicators or unusual activity
- Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Product, Risk, Compliance) to resolve onboarding issues
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and fintech compliance trends
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Law, or related field
- 1–4 years of experience in KYC, AML, onboarding, or compliance (fintech, banking, or crypto preferred)
- Strong understanding of KYC/CDD/EDD processes and AML regulations
- Familiarity with sanctions screening tools and databases (e.g., World-Check, LexisNexis, Dow Jones)
- Knowledge of fintech products (e-wallets, digital banking, crypto platforms) is an advantage
- Strong analytical and investigative mindset
- High attention to detail with ability to handle large volumes of cases
- Mandarin speaker is a plus
- Good communication and documentation skills
Pay: RM4,200.00 - RM7,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Are you amenable to work on contract role? (1 year and renewable)
- How many days is your notice period?
- How much is your expected salary?
- Will you require sponsorship to work on this country?
Work Location: In person