The Role

Temporary AML/ KYC Client Onboarding Officer: 12-month Maternity Cover - City of London based global Bank

Martis Search is representing a global Bank, to hire a temporary "AML/ KYC Client Onboarding Officer for a 12-month maternity-cover role. There is also a strong possibility for going permanent as the company is always growing.

The company is based in The City of London and the bank has global locations.

Our client is look for someone with a minimum of 3-years experience of AML/ KYC Client Onboarding gained from a reputable Bank (that trades with global Institutional clients such as global corporates, Banks, Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Fund of Funds etc).

The role is also hybrid (within a 4-week period, 8 days employees are allowed to work from home, so you will be able to work-from, as well as in the office. It is a friendly bank to work for and a safe a secure environment.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

To assist with implementing the Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) framework within the Branch and to contribute towards activities relating to the registration, ongoing review and maintenance of information during the customer lifecycle.

To assist with activities relating to the onboarding of customers originating from two of the three separate business units within the EMEA Divisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting with the continued enhancements being introduced in relation to the Branch CDD and ODD framework, which comprises customers originating from both GBU and GMU.
• Conducting CDD and ODD on bilateral customers, syndicated loan borrowers, funds, banks and other financial institutions, to include risk assessment and screening checks.
• To engage with Front Office colleagues in relation to CDD and ODD requirements, providing accurate and timely feedback to stakeholders and acting as the first point of contact for GBU / GMU staff on AML issues.
• Assisting with daily screening via Lexis Nexis Bridger and World Check
• Assisting with the ongoing maintenance of the Directors List.
• Monitoring the ODD pipeline and overdue situation, reporting on a monthly basis to the Manager.
• Conducting ad-hoc due diligence checks on payees and other entities, as necessary.
• To undertake such other duties as requested by the Head of Operation Planning Department.
• To undertake such other duties as requested by the General Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

3+ years previous experience of KYC Client Onboarding and CDD/ AML requirements is essential

Experience and knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements and objectives

Knowledge of Lexis Nexis Bridger and/ or WorldCheck One desirable

A good working knowledge of MS Office products (primarily SharePoint) is expected.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report / procedure writing and an ability to adapt according to audience.

Salary

225 per day - 250 per day as a flat-rate including holiday pay.