OVERVIEW
The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.
Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. We hire smart and sharpen smarter, arming talent with best-in-class resources and skills. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion. Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.
The Maples Group looks to add a Singapore based Compliance Analyst to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.
Who We Seek
Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.
About the Role
The Compliance Analyst reports to Regional Head of Compliance - Asia and supports the Compliance Team in providing advice, assistance and guidance for routine KYC activities. Primary responsibilities include:
- Identifying, assessing and addressing, where possible, KYC issues requiring escalation
- Reviewing KYC documentation and following-up KYC requests (where applicable)
- Ensure that the KYC is obtained in the most efficient manner
- Demonstrate compliance with KYC policies and correct use of KYC methods of approval
- Help ensure the overall KYC status is within the parameters for KYC non-compliant percentages
- Reviewing and monitoring the quality of KYC materials collected in accordance with the risk based review procedures and identifying and filling any deficiencies
- Reporting to the Regional Head of Compliance (as appropriate) on a regular basis summarising any queries or any trends identified
- Dealing with any other compliance related queries as assigned
EXPERIENCE
What You Bring
In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Flexibility and willingness to learn
- Knowledge of Hong Kong or Cayman Islands anti-money laundering regulations and legislation preferred but not required
- Fluency in both written and spoken English and Chinese
BENEFITS & REWARDS
The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive vacation packages
- Educational assistance and professional development programmes
- Savings or pension plan
- Global mental wellness programme
- Sports clubs and social events
ABOUT MAPLES GROUP
Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.
You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.
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