Source of Wealth - Contract (Extendable)

Job Description & Requirements

Contract Role with the possibility of extension, with a world‑famous organisation.

Experience in Source of Wealth / Source of Funds within a Banking environment is essential.

Salary is flexible and negotiable, depending on the applicant’s experience and seniority.

An immediate start can be arranged if required.

Work You’ll Do

• Conduct client due diligence during onboarding and periodic reviews, ensuring compliance with AML/KYC obligations.
• Validate and verify KYC information through comprehensive research and cross‑referencing of internal and external databases.
• Identify and escalate cases involving politically exposed persons (PEPs) and customers with medium to high AML risk.
• Perform enhanced due diligence for higher‑risk customers and address complex compliance issues.
• Conduct Source of Wealth reviews in line with regulatory and industry standards; advise on assessment gaps and uplift documentation to required standards.
• Support the Compliance function with ad hoc queries, sanctions alert evaluations, and investigations of transaction monitoring alerts for potential fraud.
• Document rationales for escalating or clearing sanctions and transaction alerts; stay updated on AML regulations; support internal projects; and co‑lead team efforts to maintain quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., accounting, law); professional certifications are a plus.
• Over 1 years of experience in KYC, AML, SOW, forensic accounting, fraud investigation, or related fields—ideally within consulting, financial, accounting, or legal institutions.
• Basic understanding of AML regulations and common money laundering schemes.
• Experience in providing financial crime consulting to various banking sectors; strong analytical, drafting, and report‑writing skills.
• Strong relationship builder with effective communication skills and a commitment to professional excellence.
• Ability to review accounting/financial documents in Mandarin is an advantage.

Argyll Scott Singapore Pte Ltd
EA License No. 16S8105
Koh Ching Wen (Xu Jingwen)
EA Reg No: R1108631