Associate, AML/KYC

About the role

IQ-EQ, a global investor services group with expertise in private markets, is hiring an Associate, AML/KYC. The role supports the AML/KYC function across the region, covering client due diligence, onboarding and ongoing monitoring, and works within IQ-EQ's internal AML/CFT framework and applicable international and domestic regulations. It covers both fund administration and corporate clients.

Key responsibilities

• Support investor and client AML/KYC onboarding, periodic reviews, ongoing monitoring and due diligence for fund administration and corporate services clients.
• Review and verify client documentation, including identification documents, source of funds and source of wealth information, sanctions screening results and adverse media findings.
• Liaise with clients, investors and internal stakeholders to obtain and follow up on outstanding AML/KYC documentation.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date client records in internal systems and databases.
• Prepare documentation and reports for regulatory, compliance, audit and internal review purposes.
• Identify and escalate AML/KYC concerns, discrepancies or high-risk matters to senior team members.
• Contribute to process improvement and support compliance, risk and client service activities.
• Work closely with Compliance, Fund Administration and Corporate Services teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field, with up to 2 years of experience in AML/KYC, compliance, fund administration, banking or financial services; fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and organisational and time management skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English; Mandarin is an advantage.
• Preferred but not required: internship or academic exposure to AML/KYC, compliance or risk, basic knowledge of AML/CFT principles, and certifications such as ICA or ACAMS.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

What we offer

• Remuneration and pension based on market rates, proportional to qualifications and experience.
• Wellbeing benefits such as private health and dental cover and life assurance.
• 25 days paid annual leave plus statutory public holidays, maternity, paternity and education leave.
• Flexible working arrangements available on a case-by-case basis.