Compliance Analyst

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. 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 Hong Kong 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 the Compliance Manager and supports the Compliance Team in Asia. Its tactical responsibilities feed one larger objective: to provide advice, assistance and guidance for routine KYC activities. Primary responsibilities include:

• Identifying, assessing and addressing, where possible, KYC issues requiring escalation
• Independently conduct analysis and prepare a list of required KYC documents; liaise with clients directly to obtain the appropriate KYC documentation
• Reviewing KYC documentation and following-up KYC requests with clients (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
• Run background checks and name screenings and escalate any red flags identified
• 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:

• 2-3 years of relevant KYC experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Flexibility and willingness to learn
• Good team-player spirit and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility
• Knowledge of Hong Kong, Singapore, BVI and/or Cayman Islands anti-money laundering regulations and legislations is preferred but not required
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Chinese
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients

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:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes
• Savings or pension plan
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• 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 .

Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made.

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