This role is within our KYC Operations team, specializing in screening and ongoing monitoring. The KYC Operations function is specialized in, onboarding, customer risk assessments, screening, ongoing monitoring, offboarding, critical metric execution, quality control, quality assurance execution and generating MI reports.

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Ensure sanctions/PEP/negative news screening are conducted and accurate course of action is taken in line with policy requirements.
• Perform in-depth investigations to determine whether potential matches to global sanctions lists, PEP lists and negative news hits are applicable and valid, adhering strictly to established guidelines. 
• Raising unresolved queries to the next level of support while ensuring accurate recording, documentation, and timely closure of alerts. 
• Maintain effective communication within the business and with the Second Line of Defense (2LoD) to escalate material issues related to sanctions, PEPs, and financial crime as required. 
• Perform data gathering and analysis for screening and ongoing monitoring for all clients and third parties.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential risks associated with screening and ongoing monitoring, documenting the rationale behind risk assessments and decisions clearly and concisely.
• Ensure all screening records are accurately maintained, organized, and readily accessible to meet audit and regulatory requirements. 
• Supporting the offboarding orchestration process for clients and third parties as needed.
• Stay current on changes to KYC, AML, and related regulations, and implement necessary updates to internal policies and procedures. 
• Provide guidance and support to team members conducting screening, mentor junior analysts, and share best practices to enhance overall team efficiency and effectiveness.  
• Lead by example by demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, a proactive approach to compliance, and a steadfast commitment to regulatory adherence.

Work schedule and hours

This role requires availability on weekends and three weekdays. Work hours will align with UK business hours.

Preferred Skills and Experience 

• A bachelor’s degree in law or business administration in a related field together with equivalent working experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Screening/KYC/AML or related fields within a financial institution or similar environment.
• Sound knowledge of sanctions, politically exposed persons and negative news monitoring.
• Experience of AML Risk Based Approach concepts.
• Familiarity with screening/KYC Tools and Software: Proficiency in using screening tools such as World-Check, Lexis Nexis, or similar platforms. 
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in reviewing documents, ongoing monitoring, and risk assessment.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and resolve issues related to customer profiles and transactions.
• Training and Mentoring: Experience in training or mentoring junior analysts or team members, sharing knowledge, and improving team efficiency

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