KYC Assistant 12 month FTC

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal firm in Basingstoke is seeking a KYC assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will join a dedicated team responsible for reviewing and screening new clients, obtaining and verifying KYC materials, and assisting with risk management and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, IT literacy, and strong communication skills. This role emphasizes teamwork and the ability to work under pressure, offering opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven accuracy with good attention to detail.
• IT literate with basic computer skills.
• Good communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Process and review new/amended clients and matters opened by the firm.
• Verify identity of individual clients by reviewing KYC materials.
• Screen clients for risk factors and escalate concerns as necessary.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a KYC assistant to join our Basingstoke office on a 12 month FTC and work in a team responsible for reviewing and screening new clients and new matters and to assist in obtaining and reviewing know your client (KYC) material as necessary for various risk management and regulatory purposes including as required by anti‑money laundering legislation.

Responsibilities

• To process and review all new / amended clients and matters as opened by the firm.
• To obtain and review KYC materials using available applications, online resources and hard copy documents in order to verify the identity of individual clients and to identify the owners and controllers of corporate or organisation clients.
• To use available resources to screen client and matter parties for PEP status, sanctioned status and for other risk factors as our screening tools allow and to elevate concerns as appropriate.
• To deactivate matters where KYC is inadequate or where risk factors have not been adequately mitigated and to inform fee earners as appropriate.
• To undertake research as requested in order to assist the Best Practice team in determining whether risk factors associated with new clients and matters are acceptable.
• To contact clients to obtain information and documents as necessary.
• To liaise with fee‑earning and support staff as necessary.
• To assist with the keeping of KYC and general risk records using the firm’s systems as directed.
• To assist with the Best Practice Enquiry Triage process as requested.
• To assist the Best Practice team as appropriate and to perform other duties as reasonably required.
• To undertake training when required and be responsible for self‑development.

Essential & Desirable Criteria

• Proven accuracy with good attention to detail.
• IT literate.
• Good communications skills at all levels.
• Able to work under pressure and to prioritise where necessary.
• Able to work as part of a team.

At our firm Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.

We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees at all stages of the recruitment process and employment regardless of age, gender, reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, a long‑term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment please contact.

Required Experience : Contract

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Employment Type: Unclear

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1