The Financial Crime Associate supports the assessment and management of financial crime and integrity risks related to companies and project developers. The role focuses on KYB risk analysis, data and model management, and close collaboration with research and product teams to ensure scalable, high-quality outputs.

• Manage the inflow, prioritisation, and assessment of new companies and project developers.
• Conduct KYB risk analysis, including ownership structures, governance, jurisdictional risk, and integrity red flags.
• Maintain and manage data inputs and end models used in financial crime assessments, ensuring quality and traceability.
• Work closely with research and product teams to develop, refine, and scale assessment pipelines.
• Apply methodologies consistently and document analysis clearly to support auditability and review.
• Use AI models such GPT, Sequoia and other Gen-AI tools in data assessment process.
• Support testing, refinement, and implementation of Gen-AI tools, data sources, or frameworks.
• Escalate complex or high-risk cases with clear analytical reasoning and supporting evidence.

• Experience or strong interest in financial crime, KYB/KYC, AML, integrity, or corporate risk analysis.
• High proficiency in English (written and spoken), with the ability to produce clear, structured, and well-reasoned analysis.
• Experience working with financial crime software platforms such as LexisNexis, ComplyAdvantage, or similar third-party risk and screening tools.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgement, particularly in ambiguous or incomplete information environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistent, high-quality outputs.
• Working knowledge of Generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT or similar) and their practical application in day-to-day work.
• Interest and passion for combating climate change
• Development into a subject-matter expert with thought leadership on methodology and framework improvements.
• Opportunities for team leadership or people management as the team grows.
• Broader exposure to research, product development, or strategic risk initiatives.

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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