An exciting opportunity has arisen for a KYC Associate to join a highly respected financial services organisation.
*This is a 12 month FTC based in Dublin City Centre.
Your expertise will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of client onboarding and review processes.
This position offers you the chance to work at the heart of anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) operations, supporting both local and international teams across EMEA.
Join a reputable financial institution in Dublin and become an integral part of their Financial Crime Middle Office team, focusing on AML and KYC processes for a diverse range of clients.
Benefit from a collaborative workplace that encourages knowledge sharing across multiple European locations, providing you with exposure to best practices and cross-border teamwork.
Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training programmes designed to enhance your skills and support your professional development within the compliance sector.
What you'll do
Conduct comprehensive KYC onboarding and periodic reviews for financial institutions and other client types, ensuring all documentation is collected from public sources and meets internal as well as external regulatory requirements.
Validate information and documentation for completeness, adequacy, and accuracy, ensuring all records are fit for purpose in line with compliance standards.
Investigate potential matches for negative news or politically exposed persons (PEPs), assess materiality, and prepare detailed rationales for sign-off when required by management.
Monitor due dates for onboarding and review tasks, proactively following up with front office colleagues to ensure timely completion of work and escalating any risks or delays as necessary.
Support the team leader by checking the quality of others' work, helping organise daily activities within the group, and contributing ideas for workflow improvements.
Escalate issues arising during onboarding or periodic reviews to the team leader or compliance department as appropriate, ensuring thorough documentation of all actions taken.
Participate in ongoing projects such as system development or process testing, assisting with implementation and providing feedback on enhancements.
Assist with updating desktop procedure manuals to reflect changes in operating processes or working practices, ensuring all documentation remains current.
Contribute to management reporting by gathering relevant data and preparing summaries as required by leadership.
Provide support during audit reviews or ad hoc investigations related to AML or KYC matters.
What you bring
Demonstrated experience working within a customer due diligence (CDD) or KYC team at a financial institution is highly desirable, particularly if you have supported onboarding or periodic review processes.
A meticulous eye for detail combined with strong organisational skills enables you to manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities allow you to engage constructively with colleagues across departments and locations.
A flexible attitude towards changing priorities ensures you can adapt quickly when new procedures or systems are introduced into the workflow.
Proven ability to collaborate within a team environment listening actively to others' perspectives while supporting shared objectives is essential for success in this role.
Familiarity with AML regulations and compliance frameworks equips you to identify risks associated with client files and elevate them appropriately when necessary.
Externally recognised qualifications related to AML or customer due diligence (such as ICA Certificates or ACAMS) would be advantageous but are not mandatory.
Experience participating in system development projects or process testing demonstrates your willingness to embrace change and contribute positively to operational enhancements.
A proactive approach towards self-development means you are receptive to learning new skills that support both personal growth and team performance.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Banking & Financial Services
Focus: Compliance
Industry: Banking
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Dublin City Centre
Job Reference: GQV34I-******EE
Date posted: 26 November ****
Consultant: Ellen Conlon
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