CONTRACT KYC OFFICER (PRIVATE BANKING)

Role Description Summary:

  • The position is to provide supports to Client Onboarding terms of opening new accounts, KYC reviews.
  • The role requires working in close collaboration with AML, Compliance, ORM, and Front Office & Legal.


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert advice to Client Advisors on complex account structures and KYC/AML cases the business is confronted with.
  • Act as sparring partner for Client Advisors in all AML / KYC related topics.
  • Support and advice Client Advisors in completing the KYC information in line with Bank Group standards.
  • Oversee and monitor the entire KYC process including coming due and overdue KYC cases.
  • Training of Front office staff on legal documents and KYC related subjects.
  • To enhance Client risk assessments and various MIS reports for management reporting to facilitate review in managing risk and strengthening the control procedures and processes.
  • To understand the Bank Global KYC/ AML Standards, Account Documentation procedures, Local Laws and Regulations and implement related control processes.
  • Escalation of operational, regulatory, and other risks to line manager and functional leads as appropriate; contributes to the development and implementation of mitigation or control solutions.
  • Involved in design and implementation of strategies to ensure continuous process with the WM COO and Change functions to scope and define change projects to deliver process and performance improvement.

 

Qualifications:

  • Degree majoring in Banking, Accountancy or Business Administration or related discipline preferred.
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in operations, account documentation, risk management, Sophisticated AML/KYC knowledge and experience in banking or financial industry for at least 2 years.
  • Ability to develop a good knowledge of the customer base, with sensitivity to specific customer needs.

 

Personal Competencies / Skills:

  • Mature, strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • A team leader who is able to multi-task effectively in a dynamic environment, appreciate diversity and follow through assignments within tight schedule.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with all levels.
  • Strong customer relationship, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Strong process and project management experience would be an advantage.