DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Business Function
DBS’ Private Banking offers a one-stop, full-service touch-point for total banking requirements and provides the highest level of personalised banking. We have a team of dedicated, experienced investment advisors who identify opportunities in the various asset classes and employ the best strategies and product vehicles to cater to each client’s needs. Coupled with partnerships within the DBS network and with global institutions, we strive to build long-term relationships with our Private Banking clients in Asia by providing them with high quality, timely and extensive wealth management, investment and financial solutions.

Responsibilities
• Lead a team of over 40 KYC/AML permanent staff (and contractors) supporting PB and TPC reporting to the HK WM COO.
• Plan, direct and supervise KYC/AML activities associated with new account opening, periodic CDD reviews, trigger event CDD reviews of existing accounts and name screening in full compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the team to uphold high KYC standards and manage all KRI’s to stay green
• Plan and implement KYC/AML related projects and lead process improvement initiatives to improve risk control and operation processes’ efficiency and effectiveness
• Support internal audits, FCSS reviews, and regulatory inspections
• Collaborate with regional KYC team to align standards and implementation of regional initiatives
• Act as KYC/AML Champion for HK WM, and be the primary interface with Front Office, WMO, Internal Audit, FCSS and other Risk & Control functions on KYC/AML matters
• Lead the reinforcement of the AML risk culture and awareness for PB
• Represent WM KYC/AML on various forums including the HK BRC (Business Risk Committee), HK ORC (Operational Risk Committee), Regional BCC (Business Control Committee) and HK AMLOC (Anti-Money Laundering Oversight Committee).
• Coach and develop a team of professional with high KYC / AML standards

Requirements:
• Strong KYC/AML expertise in Private Banking or Wealth Management
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in banking industry, at least 8 years in Private Banking or Wealth Management and as a people manager
• Strong understanding in financial products, policies and procedures in private banking. Hands-on remediation project and process improvement experience.
• Proven track record in leading the team to initiate and implement strategic initiatives for KYC quality uplift and process improvements
• Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills, problem solving capacities
• Self-motivated, independent, strong sense of ownership with ability to work in a team environment.
• Good command of English and Chinese

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

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