12-Month Contract | Name Screening Specialist (KYC)

MERRIES EMPLOYMENT LLP • singapore, singapore • Posted June 29, 2026

About the Role

Our client in investment banking is seeking a Name Screening Specialist to support KYC/AML operations by conducting customer and related‑party name screening activities. The role focuses on sanctions, watchlist, PEP, and adverse media screening, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.

Responsibilities
  • Perform name screening against sanctions lists, watchlists, PEP, and adverse media databases.
  • Review and investigate screening alerts to identify true or false matches.
  • Conduct due diligence and document findings accurately.
  • Escalate potential matches and high‑risk cases to Compliance teams.
  • Maintain proper records and audit trails for all screening activities.
  • Ensure compliance with AML/KYC policies, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.
  • Support periodic reviews, remediation exercises, and screening‑related projects.
Requirements
  • 1 – 4 years of experien...