Personable and detail-focused, bringing comprehensive knowledge of anti-money laundering regulations and analytical skills in financial data. Well-versed in identifying suspicious activity and implementing compliance measures to mitigate risks. Committed to promoting secure financial environment and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
KYC Operations, Analyst
Westpac Banking Corporation
05.2024 - Current
Prioritize the remediation of client files and prepare client-specific KYC-related analysis and complete Customer Due Diligence.
Demonstrate the ability to adapt timely and adequately to the new Anti-Money Laundering policies, processes and system knowledge.
Engage and work with Business Units to assess documentation requirements for customers.
Interact with Clients/Relationship Managers to obtain KYC and other compliance information and documentation.
Liaise with internal Compliance personnel on the application of KYC policy.
Managed multiple cases simultaneously, delivering results within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
AML/CFT Analyst
Great Eastern Life Assurance Co. Limited
10.2021 - 05.2024
Perform Customer Due Diligence activities including clearing of screening matches and carrying out due diligence on high risk customers in accordance to the targeted turnaround time.
Perform peer quality check/review on activities carried out by other analysts.
Perform secondary level of review on the escalated Terror and Sanctions alerts.
Liaise with various business and functional units for information gathering to ensure Customer Due Diligence activities are completed properly and accurately.
Conduct market research to support strategic decision-making.
Escalate positive matches of high risk customers and other key AML/CFT issues to the supervisors.
Familiarize one-self to all the relevant internal policies, processes and procedures in order to carry out the job function properly.
Provide proper advice and guidance to new hires based on departments’ practices and Standard Operating Procedure.
Participate in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Ensure proper documentation of work performed and retention of such documentation.
Personal Financial Consultant
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited
04.2020 - 09.2021
Performed KYC on a daily basis to ensure that it is within the scope of the bank's Anti-Money Laundering policy.
Performed Customer Risk Assessment and eName Checks when onboarding new customers.
Identify and verify using Dow Jones Compliance before onboarding clients.
Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
Advised clients on portfolio allocation and various investment types, including equities, fixed income, mutual funds and managed accounts.
Assisted clients with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
Building long-term relationships with clients.
Served clients in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
Personal Wealth Associate
United Overseas Bank Limited
10.2019 - 03.2020
Examined clients' overall financial situation by reviewing income, assets, debts, expenses and credit reports.
Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
Performed KYC on a daily basis to ensure that it is within the scope of bank's Anti-Money Laundering policy.
Identify and verify using World Check before onboarding clients.
Followed guidelines and procedures to be in compliance with day-to-day operations.
Building long-term relationships with clients.
Recommending and explaining banking services and products to clients based on their needs.
Answering clients' questions about financial plans and strategies by providing financial advice.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance
University of London
Singapore
08-2019
Diploma - Banking and Finance
Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore
03-2016
Skills
Adaptability
Attentive to details
Communication
Goal-based planning tools
Operational efficiency
Process improvement
Quality assurance
Risk assessment
Time management
Timeline
KYC Operations, Analyst
Westpac Banking Corporation
05.2024 - Current
AML/CFT Analyst
Great Eastern Life Assurance Co. Limited
10.2021 - 05.2024
Personal Financial Consultant
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited
04.2020 - 09.2021
Personal Wealth Associate
United Overseas Bank Limited
10.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance
University of London
Diploma - Banking and Finance
Nanyang Polytechnic
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