KYC Specialist (Checker) | Private Banking

ABOUT CAPCO 

Capco is a global technology and management consultancy specializing in driving digital transformation in the financial services and insurance industries. Capco is committed to providing clients with practical solutions. We offer a globally integrated service with offices in leading financial centers across the globe. We have the people, the vision, and the passion.

We are growing through a significant growth journey, now is a very good time to join us as we expand geographically, increase headcount and disrupt the consulting market across APAC with entrepreneurial and agile thinking.

ABOUT CAPCO HONG KONG

• We are experts in banking, capital markets and insurance
• We specialize in risk and compliance, regulatory transformation, digital transformation, data management & data analytics, business & finance transformation engagements, and IT transformation and change programs
• We are committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent in the market
• Our focus is on maintaining our agile and entrepreneurial culture

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Consultant at Capco, you will be given a platform to drive and nurture your skills and knowledge in the capital markets space. We believe in continuous learning and have developed an environment where our consultants can gain a wide range of project and client exposure. This exposure plus our internal training program will equip you with the skills needed to be successful in consulting and, most likely, fast track your career growth. You will work closely with senior clients to deliver large-scale change initiatives for leading investment banks and play an integral role in defining and overcoming complex problems and providing innovative solutions to our clients.

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented professional to join our team as a KYC Specialist (Checker/Team Lead). This role focuses on ensuring compliance with the bank’s KYC and AML standards by reviewing client profiles and supporting the onboarding and ongoing review processes

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough quality checks on client profile submissions to ensure adherence to KYC due diligence policies during onboarding and periodic reviews.
• Act as a KYC checker, performing thorough reviews of client documentation and submissions to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Provide guidance to KYC makers to ensure account openings and reviews are completed accurately and on time, balancing regulatory compliance with a positive client experience.
• Monitor and process updates to client information as part of ongoing due diligence and risk assessment.
• Support the implementation of new policies and procedures related to KYC and compliance.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and projects related to Client Lifecycle Management (CLM).
• Assist with additional compliance-related tasks as required.

Requirements

• 5–8 years in KYC/AML roles within banking and financial services.
• Experiences in Private Banking is a plus 
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in documentation.
• Strong research and communication skills, including drafting clear narratives (e.g., Source of Wealth).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across all levels.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional language skills are an advantage due to global client coverage.