KYC Analyst
An exciting opportunity has come up with a global trading business to be part of their centralised KYC/due diligence team. In this role you will be expected to oversee the end-to-end process as well as implement controls as well as make risk based decisions. The firm has a very flat structure and because of this you will get access to all levels of seniority within the business.
Position Summary
The KYC Analyst will be part of the centralised Due Diligence team supporting all the firms offices in delivering the KYC policy and related procedures and controls. They will report to the Senior KYC Analyst who is based in London.
Based in London, the KYC Analyst will have responsibility for:
* Performing assigned tasks as part of on-boarding, regular and event-driven review of counterparts
* Conduct Sanctions, PEP and Adverse Media screening in accordance with firms procedures and escalate accordingly
* Collect and verify information and documentation obtained
* Where valid reasons exist to deviate from KYC standard documentation ensure the rationale is appropriately documented and approved, clearly stating identified risks and mitigating factors
* Manage case load and take ownership by tracking with business owners to ensure cases complete in a timely manner
* Liaise with business owners and management to clarify, investigate, escalate and resolve issues as they arise
* Document outcomes of due diligence performed
* Undertaking additional activities as directed by the Senior KYC Analyst
* Working together with the global Compliance team
The KYC Analyst will be part of the Global Compliance team. Professional development is a core ethos of the team and the successful candidate will be trained and supported in all areas relevant to the role.
Qualifications and Experience
* The candidate will preferably have at least 2 to 4 years hands on experience in KYC/due diligence
* Experience of working with in an investment Bank, Brokerage or Trading firm
* Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
* Excellent IT skills
* Working proactively and independently
* Highly responsive, proactive, energetic and enthusiastic
* Capable of prioritising tasks, meeting critical deadlines and of working on his/her own, remotely
* Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing
* Able to work across organisational and cultural boundaries
* Flexible and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Team player, with an open non-political style and a high level of personal integrity
this role is to based in the office 5 days a week for an exceptional candidate they may consider 4 days a week