Our client is an international corporate bank, looking to hire a KYC Analyst on a 12-month FTC basis.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ability to facilitate client on-boarding via end to end KYC processing;
Work closely with the Relationship Teams to support on-boarding and on going monitoring of clients
Observance and adherence of all applicable regulatory and business-specific requirements;
Accurate execution of Financial Crime Prevention controls
Remediating existing client files in line with bank wide periodic review policy
Identifying and assessing the ultimate Beneficial Owners within complex ownership structures;
Conduct the appropriate levels of client due diligence (including Enhanced Due Diligence)
Perform negative media searches
Sanctions and PEP screening via WorldCheck;
Clarify and, if necessary, escalate any relevant discrepancies found
Meet agreed targets for the KYC reviews
Track all outstanding queries and issues
Be vigilant and alert to unusual ownership structures or suspicious behaviour
Provide support to the MLRO in regards to current internal processes, so as to keep in line with JMLSG guidelines and regulatory expectations and policies;
Ensure KYC records are accurate, appropriate and up to date.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Experience in a corporate banking environment- ideally with a structured finance/real estate background – is ESSENTIAL for this role
End to end onboarding experience is a must
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Knowledge of regulatory KYC/AML requirements;
Experience of complex/multi layer ownership structures;
Experience in KYC/AML client on-boarding and remediation, compliance or risk function;
Firm understanding and ability to identify complex entity types including SPV’s, Trusts, Funds, and complex Partnerships;
Experience in conducting appropriate customer due diligence within the Commercial Real Estate, Energy and Regulated space;
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
***Please note candidates must be from a corporate banking background to be considered***
For further information please contact Natalie Eshelby
