Due Diligence Analyst

About The Role

You will operate as part of the StraitsX Compliance Due Diligence Team, tackling periodic review cases and WorldCheck1 screenings. This role is focused on our corporate and institutional client base with some exposure to individual retail clients. Conversion to a permanent role is possible based on performance, initiative, and aptitude in crypto knowledge.

What You Will Do

• Conduct risk-based periodic reviews on existing clients to ensure compliance with internal policies and MAS requirements.
• Assess potential screening hits on WorldCheck1.
• Perform ongoing due diligence on changes to client information, ownership structures, adverse news, or other relevant developments.
• Assist the team with KYC documentation, risk assessments, Source of Wealth/Funds verification, and recommending account controls to mitigate MLTF risks.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in performing periodic reviews in a financial institution.
• Experience assessing potential screening hits for materiality.
• Familiarity with corporate structures, beneficial ownership, Source of Wealth/Funds, and AML/CFT red flags.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of cryptocurrencies is advantageous.

Key skills/competency

• Due Diligence
• Compliance
• Risk Assessment
• WorldCheck1
• KYC
• AML/CFT
• Cryptocurrency
• Analytical
• Investigative
• Communication