The candidate will execute on KYC advisory processes.
KYC advisory processes:
- Review, analyze, and approve KYC files of higher risk regional and global clients;
- Work on KYC-related escalations and handle KYC queries and requests from KYC Operations and the business lines;
- Perform KYC-related testing through the permanent supervision framework;
- Escalate issues to KYC Advisory Management, where appropriate;
- Participate in KYC related meetings, calls, and committees;
- Assist with gathering and formatting KYC-related metrics and reports for KYC Advisory and Financial Crime Compliance
Management.
Competencies:
- Knowledge of current anti-money laundering and KYC requirements, including the Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT
Act preferred
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to prioritize and work in a dynamic, deadline-focused environment
- Exemplary personal ethics and desire to always adhere to rules and regulations
- Ability to work well in a highly diverse team
- Ability to communicate well across all levels of an organization
- Demonstrated history of taking initiative
Technical Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong research skills, and experience with online research systems including web-based tools
Prior work experience:
- Preferred previous experience within Enhanced Due Diligence, Client Onboarding or KYC areas
Qualifications:
- BA/BS required
- English language is required
- ACAMS Certification is a plus
The KYC Advisory Team is part of SGUS Financial Crime Compliance (FCC). Its mandate is to provide AML KYC oversight of the SGUS Client Lifecycle and Digital Team (CLD). Team members are located in US and Canada and execute Run the Bank (RTB) and Change the Bank (CTB) functions in the FCC KYC space. Functions include but are not limited to: Enhanced Due Diligence, Permanent Supervision, Internal and External Examiner responses, Temporary and Permanent Exceptions, Negative News reviews, Advisory and Governance responsibilities and Change Management.
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