We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Specialist, Anti Money Laundering/Prevention/KYC to join our Sanctions and SAR Control team. This role is located in Singapore.
The Static Sanctions Screening Specialist is responsible for reviewing client information and potential matches generated through static sanctions name screening to support compliance with applicable sanctions regulations. This position focuses on identifying, evaluating, and resolving potential sanctions alerts involving individuals, entities, and organizations, thereby helping the organization manage sanctions-related risk and maintain regulatory compliance.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
Review static sanctions name screening alerts generated from client records, onboarding documentation, and periodic review cycles
Analyze potential matches against sanctions lists to determine whether an alert is a true match, false positive, or requires escalation
Review client information, including names, aliases, addresses, identification details, ownership information, and related-party data
Gather and assess supporting information from internal systems, independent research, online tools, relationship managers, and/or clients
Conduct due diligence to confirm completeness and accuracy of client and sanctions-related information
Document findings clearly and consistently, including rationale for clearing, escalating, or restricting a match
Escalate confirmed or unresolved sanctions hits to the appropriate Compliance, AML, or Sanctions Advisory teams
Review profiles and cases during renewal and periodic review cycles to support ongoing due diligence
Support quality assurance and consistency by reviewing cases and identifying discrepancies where needed
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and, where necessary, external clients to resolve open issues and obtain missing information
Support the review of standard profiles flagged by screening tools, including real-time scans and escalated OFAC sanctions alerts arising from transactional or static screening processes
Provide day-to-day support and share knowledge with less experienced AML/KYC/Prevention support staff, as appropriate
Maintain responsibility for the quality, accuracy, and timely completion of assigned work
To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:
2–3 years of relevant experience in AML, KYC, sanctions screening, compliance operations, or related financial crimes functions
Prior experience in sanctions screening, AML, KYC, or compliance operations preferred
Basic to working knowledge of sanctions regulations, screening concepts, and alert disposition processes
Strong attention to detail and ability to assess name-matching logic and supporting data
Demonstrated analytical, research, and documentation skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple cases and meet established review timelines
Open and adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
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