Analyst APAC HK KYC

Responsibilities

• Assess high-risk client profiles using advanced knowledge of global AML regulations, sanctions regimes, and financial crime typologies
• Independently evaluate complex customer and transaction activity to identify patterns indicating elevated financial crime risk
• Analyze, identify, and prevent financial crimes related to AML, ABC, and KYC
• Examine transactional activity tools to detect indicators of money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions violations
• Assess KYC-related risk areas for high-risk customers during onboarding, ad hoc, and periodic reviews
• Investigate alerts and determine whether findings warrant escalation or formal reporting
• Prepare investigative reports and recommendations to guide senior management decisions on client onboarding, retention, or exit
• Draft suspicious activity reports (SARs) in accordance with jurisdictional requirements
• Prioritize alert queues and manage case assignments based on urgency and risk

Requirements

• Degree in criminal justice, finance, business administration, or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of global AML, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), sanctions, and financial crime regulations
• Expertise in KYC, CDD, and EDD practices
• Strong ability to perform forensic analysis and analyze financial data to identify suspicious activity
• Experience with transaction monitoring systems, alerting tools, and case management platforms
• Strong documentation and reporting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant financial crime or anti-money laundering (AML) certification
• Exposure to financial crime compliance, due diligence, investigations, or regulatory roles
• Experience with compliance tools and systems such as Actimize, World Check, or LexisNexis

About the Company

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is one of the world’s leading financial groups, comprising 150,000 colleagues globally. We strive to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve by building long-term relationships and fostering sustainable growth.