Banking KYC |5-7 Years | Chennai

Capgemini; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini India is seeking a KYC Review & Quality Control Lead to manage end-to-end KYC/CDD processes, ensure AML/CTF compliance, and lead a team of 15 professionals. You will drive escalations to MLRO, coordinate with Front Office and Financial Crime units, and champion process improvements to meet SLAs and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 5–7 years in KYC/CDD, prior leadership experience, and certifications like ICA/ACAMS are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 5–7 years of end-to-end KYC/CDD experience.
• Minimum 2 years of team leadership experience managing ~10 members.
• Strong understanding of AML/CTF regulations and Financial Crime risk areas.
• Experience as a senior KYC checker in a regulated financial institution.
• ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent AML certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced-level analysis of submissions via client system EIC and ACCORD for onboarding and periodic reviews.
• Manage escalations requiring MLRO or Financial Crime approval.
• Lead a team of 15 members with coaching and on-the-job training.
• Engage with Front Office teams and provide guidance on KYC requirements and system usage.
• Drive process improvements and quantify efficiency gains across workflows.
• Prepare MIS for senior committees.

Skills

Team leadership

AML/CTF regulations

Regulatory communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job DescriptionYour ProfileKYC Review & Quality ControlPerform advanced-level analysis of submissions via client system EIC and ACCORD for onboarding and periodic reviews.Ensure full compliance with AML/CTF standards, regulatory expectations, and internal CDD policies.Manage escalations requiring MLRO or Financial Crime approval (PEPs, Negative News, Sanctions).Team LeadershipLead a team of 15 members , overseeing productivity, quality, and workload distribution.Provide continuous coaching, guidance, and on‑the‑job training to team members.Ensure team adherence to policies, SLAs, and quality controls.Stakeholder ManagementEngage proactively with Front Office teams , providing guidance on KYC requirements and system usage.Work closely with the Financial Crime Group, MLRO team, Sanctions, and Forensics departments.Process & GovernanceDrive process enhancements and quantify efficiency gains across workflows.Participate in compliance remediation exercises and ensure timely closure of findings.Support projects such as system improvements, UAT testing, and process migrations.Prepare MIS for senior committees.Ensure procedural documents reflect any changes in process or regulatory updates.Your RoleRequiredBachelor’s Degree5–7 years of total experience in end-to-end KYC / CDD .Minimum 2 years of team leadership experience , managing a team of ~10 members.Strong understanding of AML/CTF regulations, Sanctions, and Financial Crime risk areas.Ability to communicate regulatory and risk-related details clearly and effectively.Experience as a senior KYC Checker in a regulated financial institution.Preferred (Not Mandatory)ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent AML certifications.