KYC/KYB Analyst - Japanese Speaker

Responsibilities

• Handle and review all enquiries raised by clients regarding client onboarding (Individual/Corporates).
• Manage personal workload and priority items and ensure timely escalation of key risks/issues to managers.
• Work closely with the stakeholders (Front Office, Compliance, Product etc) and assist clients as required, to obtain all necessary supporting evidence to fulfill KYC/KYB due diligence.
• Monitor, document and escalate unusual activities or AML flags.
• Participate in internal and external training programs related to AML/CFT and other subjects that may form part of the day to day work requirements.
• Liaise with team members across the country and region to facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Any general administration and ancillary activities as may be required and related to the above functions in accordance with the business requirements of the Company.

Requirements

• At least 3 years directly related experience in a Customer Support/KYC/KYB operations/Onboarding/Compliance role with substantial knowledge of relevant rules and regulations and the day-to-day compliance affairs.
• Good knowledge on provisions of local laws, directives, regulations and otherwise standards applicable to subject persons and knowledge of upcoming regulation of virtual currency policies is a strong plus.
• Good proficiency in conducting risk assessments, trigger reviews and enhanced due diligence.
• Proficiency in compliance applications such as World-Check, Liquid, Kodex, etc.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership over the end-to-end client onboarding process (knowing different entity types would be advantageous).
• Self-motivated, ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure and stress.
• Detail-oriented with a strong controlled mindset and time management skills.
• Fluency in English and Japanese is required to be able to coordinate with overseas partners and stakeholders. Additional languages would be an advantage.