Mandarin speaking Officer - Business & Risk Control

People First (Recruitment) Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in London is seeking a Mandarin Speaking Senior Officer for Business & Risk Control. This role involves conducting transaction monitoring and CDD reviews, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Candidates must be fluent in Mandarin and English and have a degree in a related field. The position offers an office-based, permanent contract, with a salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in conducting corporate CDD reviews.
• Understanding of regulations such as FATCA, JMLSG, AML, and FCA.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily transaction monitoring to identify potential money laundering trends.
• Complete Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews for existing clients.
• Resolve customer queries and authorise daily transactions.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Fluent in English

Customer Service

Operational Risk Assessment

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business or Law

Job description

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The Skills You'll Need: Fluent in Mandarin and English, relevant experience in AML/KYC/CDD.

Your New Salary: Depending on experience

Office Based

Perm

Start: ASAP

Mandarin Speaking Senior Officer Business & Risk Control - What You'll be Doing:

• Conduct daily transaction monitoring to identify potential money laundering trends and red flags
• Complete Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews for existing clients within the required timeframe and ensure the quality of reviews conducted
• Ensure all CDD reviews meet the standards of the Financial Crime and Compliance department and maintain a consistent approach; liaise with the Financial Crime & Compliance department regarding any differences or discrepancies
• Liaise with internal teams regarding any discrepancies or additional information required
• Resolve customer queries and issues promptly
• Authorise daily transactions and ensure operations comply with internal policies and regulations
• Liaise with customers regarding Source of Wealth (SOW) and Source of Funds (SOF) as part of the ongoing CDD reviews
• Ensure clear communication with customers to gather required information for compliance purposes
• Assist in process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of compliance monitoring
• Assist the Team Leader in handling complex cases, audits, and other operational challenges as needed
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Head or Deputy Head of Banking Department

Mandarin Speaking Senior Officer Business & Risk Control - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

• Degree educated in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business or Law
• Relevant experience in conducting corporate CDD reviews
• Understanding of regulations such as FATCA, JMLSG, AML, and FCA
• Familiarity with AML investigations, particularly Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) processes
• Experience in Operational Risk assessments, including risk identification, analysis and mitigation
• Proficiency in AML/KYC/CDD processes, including Client Onboarding, Periodic Reviews, or remediation projects
• ACAMS and ICA certifications are desirable, but not essential
• Solid expertise in customer service and resolution management
• Excellent English and Mandarin writing and verbal communication skills

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