KYC Specialist - Private Bank

• Act as a key reviewer of client onboarding documentation, with a strong focus on assessing client background information, wealth narratives, and source of wealth disclosures
• Serve as a subject matter expert for KYC-related matters, ensuring documentation is comprehensive, accurate, and aligned with internal policies and regulatory expectations.
• Take ownership of end-to-end account opening activities, including the collection, review, and validation of client information and supporting documents.
• Coordinate closely with Front Office, Compliance, and Financial Crime teams to facilitate new client onboarding and periodic review requirements.
• Provide guidance to Relationship Managers on customer due diligence obligations and participate in client meetings when required to address onboarding matters.
• Build strong working relationships across Compliance, Legal, Financial Crime Compliance, Operations, and Risk functions to ensure a seamless onboarding process and effective issue resolution.
  
  

• 8 to 10 years of relevant experience within private banking
• Strong understanding of wealth management products, client onboarding frameworks, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing KYC and customer due diligence processes for high-net-worth or private banking clients.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring teams with a proven track record of people management.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence and work effectively across local and regional stakeholders.

EA R1981013