Officer, KYC – Client Due Diligence Analyst -GEDD ( Mandarin Language Expert), C10, Hybrid, Malaysia

Whether you’re at the start of your career or looking to discover your next adventure, your story begins here.  At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference at one of the world’s most global banks.  We’re fully committed to supporting your growth and development from the start with extensive on-the-job training and exposure to senior leaders, as well as more traditional learning.  You’ll also have the chance to give back and make a positive impact where we live and work through volunteerism.

Citi’s Independent Compliance Risk Management (ICRM) is an independent control function that provides guidance and challenge to the firm, managing compliance risk and promoting behavior that is consistent with Citi’s mission.

ACRM KYC Risk Evaluation Management (REM) is an AML function that is responsible for conducting a risk evaluation of new and existing clients with certain high-risk attributes.  A risk evaluation is a holistic assessment of high-risk attributes reviewing in conjunction with the client’s KYC Profile to determine whether to on-board or maintain the relationship from an AML perspective. To achieve this goal, a REM analyst needs to be able to understand risk concepts, identify root causes, and analyze complex issues. 

We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Officer, KYC – Client Due Diligence Analyst -GEDD ( Mandarin Language Expert), C10, Hybrid, Malaysia   (Internal Job Title: Compl AML Execution Analyst 2 - C10) based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  Being part of our team means that we’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future.  For instance:

• Citi provides access to an array of learning and development resources to help broaden and deepen your skills and knowledge as your career progresses.
• We have a variety of programs that help employees balance their work and life.

In this role, you’re expected to:

• Create the KYC Records in the KYC system sourcing information from internal and external sources by the agreed deadline
• Proactively interact with stakeholders to update system with information until final approval of KYC Record
• Review information from internal and external sources for company news (Firm website, Regulatory websites, Company website, Dun & Bradstreet, Google etc.)
• Validate the information within the record and CIP document to ensure complete and accurate (Company/Entity Formation, Ownership, Management, Market Reputation etc.)
• Complete record incorporating local regulatory requirements / Global AML KYC FCB End-to-End Process Procedures
• Identify, review, and perform enhanced due diligence on Senior Public Figures and associated individuals related to Foreign Corresponding Banks
• Take responsibility for record and associated documentation completion from initiation to approval
• Maintain status tracking tool current and be able to demonstrate work carried out • Report workflow progress or potential escalations to supervisor • Meet agreed daily targets for review and completion within agreed Service Level Agreement timeframes
• Update & Monitor workflow database regularly throughout the day and ensure it is up to date
• Highlight any discrepancies to Team Lead
• Escalate any negative news and high risk cases to RM/Senior AML Compliance Team
• Ensure that Stakeholders gets the expected service within the agreed timelines and participate calls where deemed necessary Assist with the preparation for audits– both internal and external regulatory reviews
• Mentor and coach New Case Managers or Hires on an ongoing basis
• Acts as expediter for chasing up 1st level escalations
• Act as the country coordinator o coordinate periodic country calls; o Liaise with Stakeholders; o be the primary contact for country management for KYC related matters
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

As a successful candidate, you’d ideally have the following skills and exposure:

• Solid years’ relevant experience
• Knowledge of AML regulations preferred
• Proficient in MS Office
• Mandarin competency is mandatory
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Take the next step in your career, apply for this role at Citi today

https://jobs.citi.com/dei

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