12 months' contractor, Name screening - Financial Crime Middle Office

SMBC first opened its doors for business in Singapore in 1963. The Singapore branch was established as our hub in Asia Pacific outside of Japan in 2008 to support the growth and expansion of our customers in and across the region.

SMBC Singapore provides a comprehensive range of wholesale banking solutions as a full commercial bank in Singapore.

In 2023, we are honored to celebrate 60 years of business excellence in Singapore, the heart of our business in Asia Pacific. We continue to embark on our journey with our stakeholders towards a sustainable future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Name Screening against Sanction list, Politically Exposed Person list, Internal Blacklist and Adverse News.
• Contact customers, liaise with relevant departments, such as compliance or operation teams to resolve operational matters in relation to the screening.
• Ensure that screening assessments are adequately and properly documented for regulatory/audit level review.
• Coordinate and/or prepare the required management information reporting data as applicable.
• Other tasks as assigned by Group Head / Deputy Group Head / Team Lead.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of equivalent relevant experience in the banking industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements, broad knowledge of AML including KYC and sanctions.
• Meticulous and possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and able to interact with colleagues of all levels.