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# SA/AVP, Onboarding Specialist, Private Banking

One Island East Finance & Accounting 

Listed on DBS’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on DBS’s careers site →](https://dbs.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/DBS_Careers/job/One-Island-East/SA-AVP--Onboarding-Specialist--Private-Banking_26000045)

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## Job description

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.

The KYC Specialist provides expert advice to Front Office in all KYC matters, and partners with the Front Office for the end-to-end account onboarding process. In addition, works closely with Group Compliance on specific AML/KYC policy and procedures as well as client risk profiling related matters.

### Responsibilities
- Advise Front Officeon the onboarding requirement in accordance to Bank's AML/KYC standards and regulatory requirement, and partner with Front Office to meet the requirement.
- Review and corroborate KYC information submitted by RM, perform an independent review and risk rate customer in accordance to regulatory requirement as well as Group AML/CFT policy and procedures.
- Follow up with Front Office (RM & ARM) and other stakeholders on KYC related matters and for escalated/prioritised cases.
- Assess and ensure the relevance and completeness of KYC information supplied by Front Office and perform appropriate due diligence checks and information searches to comply with bank standards of client onboarding.
- Highlight deficiencies, suspicious AML or other non-compliance issues to relevant parties and management.
- Train the Front Office on KYC related subjects.
- Coach the junior team members and provide guidance in exception handling.
- Involve in projects for new processes or industry initiatives, and internal/external audits.
- Keep abreast of global AML/CFT developments that impact due diligence on wealth clients and ensure compliance with all other controls and processes.

### Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of working experience in KYC/AML areas, risk or controls functions, preferably in Private Banking.
- Familiar with regulatory requirements pertaining to KYC/AML, e.g., MAS 626.
- Certifications in AML such as Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or International Association Diploma in Anti Money Laundering would be an advantage.
- Ability to be client centric while balancing business needs and controls.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to manage relationships with Front Office stakeholders.
- An efficient solutions provider with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, portfolio management and verbal and written presentation skills
- Good written and verbal communication in English, Cantonese and Mandarin

Apply Now We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements. We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 16, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 94 days
- Location: One Island East[Apply on DBS’s careers site →](https://dbs.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/DBS_Careers/job/One-Island-East/SA-AVP--Onboarding-Specialist--Private-Banking_26000045)

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