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About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)

Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world. We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects. As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities. Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy. We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered. By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations. All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Ready to take part in our mission?

*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025

Reference 2026-116719

Update date 21/10/2026

Business type Types of Jobs - Finance / Accounting

Job title Trainee, Financing & Client Services - KYC Services (One Year Contract)

Contract type Internship/Trainee

Management position No

Job summary

Summary

The trainee will join the KYC Support to Front team within Financing & Client Services, providing advisory support and assistance to Relationship Managers and Product Lines in performing KYC data collection, data capture and due diligence checking. The ideal candidate should complete the graduation requirement by Oct 2026 and is available to start the position from Nov 2026 onwards. Trainee program is one year to begin with and possible for extension up to 2 years in total, subject to performance and business needs.

Please apply for this role on our Career Website and complete the form at this link. Both steps are required for your application to be considered complete.

Key Responsibilities

As a KYC maker assisting RMs in performing KYC functions (on-boarding, periodic review, modification and closure). The key responsibilities include:

• KYC Documentation & Client Management
• Take ownership for maintaining a high standard of accuracy throughout the end-to-end KYC process, including client outreach and documentation verification
• Gather KYC documentation from internal and public information sources
• Liaise with clients and prepare draft communications to assist Relationship Managers (RMs) in collecting required KYC documents
• Follow up on and support client questions directly in relation to KYC data collection
• Explain KYC requirements to RMs and provide suggestions and solutions to the Front Office (including Products and RMs) for alternative documents that fulfill KYC requirements
• Risk Analysis & Compliance
• Analyse AML & CTF risk associated with Financial Security (FS) triggers, including PEP status, adverse information, business exposure in Tier 3/4 and sanctioned countries, corruption risk, and under-watch activities
• Conduct KYC checking using various name screening tools
• Analyse KYC documentation and ensure accurate database input
• Assist RMs in preparing draft WRM memos with FS risk assessments
• Account Opening
• Lead the account opening process during the onboarding stage, ensuring seamless client integration and compliance readiness
• Regulatory & Tax Compliance
• Facilitate FATCA and AEOI management when required
• Liaise with internal departments, GRM HO, and GRM Singapore on interpretation, clarification, and implementation of KYC rules, guidelines, procedures, systems, and project handling
• Coordination & Reporting
• Coordinate with RMs, Financial Security, Global Referential Management (GRM) HO, GRM Singapore, and other internal departments on KYC evolution and KYC cases.
• Update KYC status reports and related databases
• Culture & Additional Duties
• Contribute to a positive, supporting, and proactive working culture by sharing KYC knowledge and expertise from both local and global regulatory requirements
• Participate in other Financing and Client Services (FCS) projects and duties, including but not limited to Agency Services and Client Services as needed

Supplementary Information

In accordance with the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme implemented by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), a successful candidate for an In-Scope Position who has held a position with an In-Scope Institution in the past 7 years will be subject to a mandatory reference check. For more details, please refer to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 | The Hong Kong Association of Banks.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer’s personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.

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Geographical area

Asia, Hong Kong

City

HONG KONG

Candidate criteria

Minimal education level Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Academic qualification / Speciality Bachelor graduates preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related disciplines with less than 12 months’ full-time experiences

Level of minimal experience 0-2 years

Experience Relevant experience in KYC in corporate banking is preferable

Knowledge in corporate banking product is preferable

Required skills

• Good analytical skills, meticulous and interest in documentation review
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills, willing-to-learn attitude and hard working
• Good computer skills in Excel, MS words and Adobe
• Good initiative, self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Able to work under pressure

Languages

Good communication skills both in English and Cantonese, additional proficiency in Mandarin preferred.