This is a new role giving you the opportunity to work closely with key stake holders across our businesses to standardise the onboarding process
As a result of significant business growth in the region, we are establishing a centralised client on-boarding function. This function will initially operate within the RMG Compliance team and may transfer to another group once established. This is a new role giving you the opportunity to work closely with key stake holders across our businesses to standardise the onboarding process resulting in an improved client experience, enhanced regulatory control and operational efficiencies.
Responsibilities;
Assist it the restructuring of a centralised Client on-boarding process with the view to aligning the process globally
Manage the KYC team with accountability for the delivery of Client on-boarding process for all business units
Ensure all clients are onboarded to UK AML requirements
Provide guidance and assistance to UK/EMEA business areas on client Onboarding , AML & KYC issues
In conjunction with RMGC provide guidance and advice on material reputational issues including due diligence findings, bribery & corruption, sanctions & PEPs
Project management when required, including the implementation of a remediation programme for all EMEA clients
Experience required;
Strong knowledge of client on-boarding/account opening process, including regulatory requirements, gained within a financial institution
Detailed knowledge of the FSA Regulatory framework and rules, including understanding of AML including customer KYC documentation, customer identification &verification, risk assessment, and due diligence, as well as sanction programmes (e.g EU & OFAC)
Strong leadership experience
Proven project management experience - ability to clearly define business requirements, process flows and resources required to successfully re-engineer on-boarding process
Able to interact, influence and build relationships with all levels of staff, including senior management in both the business and support groups
Ability to grasp complex issues, strong analytical skills
Ability to work to deadlines whilst maintaining a high degree of accuracy and quality
Flexibility to handle on-going change in business
Keen attention to detail as well as an ability to view the bigger picture
Sound written and verbal communication skills to liaise with stakeholders across the Group
