KYC/KYB Compliance Analyst – Private Banking

About the role

The KYC/KYB Compliance Analyst will sit within the Business Compliance Management function of the Private Banking Department. You will manage end‑to‑end due diligence, approval and ongoing review of third‑party relationships that support private banking services.

Key responsibilities

• Review onboarding requests for new trading counterparties, brokers, issuers, fund houses and referrers.
• Conduct due‑diligence checks including corporate information, licensing, sanctions screening, adverse media, reputation and financial‑crime risk assessments.
• Assess relationship purpose, products, jurisdictional exposure, ownership structure, financial statements and data‑protection capabilities.
• Collaborate with Legal and other stakeholders on contractual arrangements and data‑protection clauses.
• Prepare assessment papers, approval memos, due‑diligence summaries and escalation notes for management review.
• Maintain accurate records of onboarding decisions, conditions and review requirements.
• Support periodic and trigger reviews of existing counterparties and service providers.
• Assist the Business Compliance Management team with HNW/UHNW client onboarding, periodic reviews and related reporting.
• Review and update relevant policies and procedures for private banking activities.

Required profile

• Experience with wealth‑management products, services and financial‑institution onboarding risk assessments.
• Familiarity with MAS outsourcing and third‑party service arrangement guidelines.
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail and ability to work independently and with multiple stakeholders.
• Professional certification such as ACAMS or a Diploma in Compliance is an advantage.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading private banking compliance team.
• Exposure to a wide range of third‑party risk management activities.
• Professional development and potential certification support.