KYC Onboarding & AML Specialist

SMBC Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

Competitive leave

Private medical & life insurance

Mental wellbeing programs

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

SMBC Group is seeking a Knowledgeable Know Your Customer & Client Onboarding Associate in Dublin. You will manage KYC onboarding and periodic reviews in ACCORD, aligning with AML/CFT standards while collaborating with Front Office to source documentation.

You’ll collect public-source data, verify information, and escalate issues as needed, contributing to ongoing AML improvements and system testing within a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Complete KYC Periodic Reviews in ACCORD, ensuring efficient processing and adherence to CPD standards.
• Collect required documentation from public sources to support onboarding and reviews.
• Validate information for completeness and accuracy; ensure documents meet internal and external requirements.
• Investigate matches for Negative News and Politically Exposed Persons; assess materiality and prepare sign-off rationale.
• Escalate issues to Team Leader and follow guidance.
• Interact daily with Front Office to provide guidance on KYC requirements and documentation.
• Monitor due dates and proactively chase Front Office for updates; escalate when at risk.
• Carry out other AML tasks as instructed by the Managing Director of SMFD.
• Participate in ongoing projects including system development and testing.
• Report and escalate issues to the Team Leader.

Job description

SMBC Group is seeking a Knowledgeable Know Your Customer & Client Onboarding Associate in Dublin. You will manage KYC onboarding and periodic reviews in ACCORD, aligning with AML/CFT standards while collaborating with Front Office to source documentation.

You’ll collect public-source data, verify information, and escalate issues as needed, contributing to ongoing AML improvements and system testing within a hybrid work model.