KYC SUPPORT MANAGER

Job Title: KYC Support Manager VP

Location: London
Duration: 12 Months

As a regulated entity the Bank has both a regulatory and statutory obligation to ensure it implements systems and controls necessary to mitigate the risks of the firm being used in connection with money laundering and / or the financing of terrorism or fraud.

The role sits within the Banks 2nd line of defence and as such is responsible for supporting both Front Office and back-office departments by conducting detailed KYC reviews escalated to CPD - FCG. Working in partnership with 1st line teams in the front and middle offices so as to ensure that the Bank can undertake business whilst sufficiently mitigating any underlying financial crime risks.

Purpose of Job

Drive and maintain the KYC strategy across the EMEA Division, provide advice, guidance and direction on key projects and initiatives impacting the KYC process. Support the continuous development of the Division's KYC processes whilst ensuring that regulatory requirements and internal policies are met.

Provide cover in absence of Deputy Head of EMEA KYC. Act as sub team leader on specific governance activities, reviews, or projects.

Provide cover in the absence of the High-Risk Reviews Support Manager, additional support at peak times to undertake second line of defence advisory work for core responsibilities within the customer and vendor due diligence processes, such as KYC reviews and research, the prevention of money laundering, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), gifts and entertainment (G&E) and related activities.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

· Deputise for the Deputy Head of EMEA KYC in their absence.

· Act as a subject matter expert for KYC / CDD financial crime, providing expert advice and guidance when support is needed.

· Take ownership of the continued maintenance, development and enhancement of CDD systems and policy/standards in line with regulatory requirements and best practice.

· Lead the review of external legislation & undertake gap analysis against policies & procedures.

· Support in the maintenance of the underlying Policies, Standards and Guidance notes required to cover the suite of Financial Crime Group activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements of all EMEA Division offices.

· Review and take ownership of the implementation of recommendations from external or internal audits, the FCA/PRA, or Compliance Monitoring in order to address any findings with the aim of strengthening the overall AML framework of BI London Branch.

· Provide approvals, when required, to KYC / other due diligence reviews for both customer and suppliers for the bank

· Lead the development of relevant reports, risk assessment, management information and other documents as required for committee meetings, regulatory reporting or other reports on an ad-hoc basis.

· Development and delivery of AML/CFT/FC training for the bank BI and London Branch staff and where requested the wider EMEA community EMEA

· Manage the timely completion of Head Office Reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

· Experience in supporting Financial Crime teams in relation to KYC / CDD / other due diligence, providing oversight and guidance to others.

· Understanding and practical ability to apply the management of financial crime risks within the UK Banking environment.

· Thorough understanding of AML/CFT/FC rules and regulations.

· Past experience at a senior level on AML/CFT/FC processes and procedures in a regulated financial institution.

· Qualifications related to financial crime subject matter. These include those provided by the International Compliance Association and ACAMs. Inquisitive, motivated and highly trustworthy with an ability to work with the minimum of direct supervision, experienced in dealing with highly confidential material.

· Excellent written and verbal skills with attention to detail. Able to provide guidance, subject matter expertise, and to liaise with other stakeholders to ensure effective working relationships are built and maintained.

· Good understanding of the products and services offered by the Bank.

· Ability to act as Financial Crime SME on behalf of CPD-FCG.

· Well organised with excellent ability to prioritise conflicting work whilst retaining an excellent attention to detail.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you.

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