The KYC Operations Team primary role is to support Business Units in the timely and accurate delivery of the end to end AML / KYC process for onboarding new customers / accounts, completion of periodic reviews and event driven reviews of existing customers / accounts to comply with State Street's AML Policy and Standards.
The team provide Customer Identification Program (CIP), Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) services to State Street’s Business Units globally.
The KYC Operations Team is tasked with collecting and analyzing client data, documents and publicly available information on State Streets’ new and existing clients, including the screening of entity names against various sanctions lists and performing the Customer Anti-Money Laundering risk assessment.
Within quality assurance tasks KYC Team aim to minimise regulatory, monetary and reputational risk by ensuring accuracy and completeness of KYC records through a 4 eyed quality assurance process.
As the KYC Specialist Lead you will
Perform Know Your Customer due diligence in line with applicable AML Policies, Standards & Procedures, prior to account openings and on an on-going basis
Create KYC profiles in the system of record
Complete the necessary forms required to support CIP / CDD
Screen client names and other parties in line with State Street Screening Standards
Source required CDD documentation independently from various internal and external sources (regulatory websites, company websites, Banker’s Almanac, Lexis Nexis, World Check etc.)
Cooperate closely with Front Office employees to request all other required CDD documentation from customers
Validate CDD documentation provided by customers
Complete Customer AML risk assessments using corporate compliance tools and methods
Meet agreed KRI / KPI targets for KYC profile reviews, escalating when required
Ensure all assigned tasks are correctly maintained on designated tracking / reporting tool
Assist with external regulatory examinations or testing
Follow the speak up, listen up values - including timely escalation of AML concerns, suspicious activity or any corporate policy breaches
Notify local management of operational issues
Attend and participate in AML awareness training sessions to continue to enhance the quality of deliverables
Support ad hoc and/ or strategic projects as required
Complete enhanced due diligence on high risk customers / accounts
Perform EDD monitoring and PEP analysis as required
Assist team members with sourcing relevant information and documentation required for CIP / CDD completion
Assist in facilitating AML awareness training sessions across the team to continue to enhance the quality of deliverables
Act as a KYC subject matter expert; providing technical expertise and guidance to all KYC specialists as needed
Collaborate and lead conversations with key stakeholders with regards to the execution and accurate tracking of key deliverables from the Global AML Center
Providing support to the KYC Operations Manager if required
Act as deputy to the KYC Operations Manager in their absence
Demonstrate commitment to AML risk excellence through the timely and accurate completion of the firm’s “know your customer” due diligence requirements, including for periodic / event driven reviews and in respect of expected v actual transaction activity review
Maintain role-specific knowledge of the current anti-money laundering and financial crime risks and issues through completion of the annual AML Academy, and any other financial crime training deemed applicable to the role
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
Advanced knowledge of anti-money laundering / know-your-customer regulations and processes
KYC process experience for different entity types, such as Trusts, Hedge Funds, regulated entities, SPV etc. would be an advantage (1 year+)
Experience of analyzing complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and applicable AML/KYC requirements, including jurisdictional uplifts is desirable
Experience with Prime, World Check, Lexis-Nexis and other negative news searches, would be an advantage
Intellectual curiosity for continuous learning around AML and KYC
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills
Good Microsoft Excel and Word skills
Very good language skills in English
One or more of the following language skills would be an advantage: French, German, Italian, Dutch, Arabic
Permanent contract of employment from day one
Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
Gold medical package for employees and their families (partner and children)
Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
Employee savings plan
My Cafeteria Benefits platform including Multisport Card
Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
Variety of well-being programs
Technical or leadership career pathway
Are you the right candidate? Yes!
We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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