Team Leader, KYC Operations

LSEG; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) seeks a Senior Associate in Bengaluru to lead a KYC/AML team, oversee screening operations, and provide expert regulatory guidance. You will mentor analysts, ensure KRIs/SLAs are met, and stay ahead of evolving financial crime standards.

You will act as SME on sanctions, PEP, and adverse media, collaborating with Compliance, Legal, Risk and Audit to resolve issues and improve processes. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a professional qualification in financial crime compliance (ICA or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years in an operational environment, with at least 2 years in people management.
• Strong knowledge of KYC, AML, Sanctions and Financial Crime frameworks.
• Proven expertise in sanctions screening, PEP identification, and adverse media analysis.
• Knowledge of legal entity structures, corporate hierarchies, and risk-based AML approaches.
• Experience in financial crime investigation, prevention or detection in financial services or asset management.
• Good understanding of risk management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a KYC/AML team; provide guidance and mentorship.
• Oversee daily screening operations, ensure alerts and reviews meet KRIs and SLAs.
• Serve as SME in KYC/AML and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular team meetings to review performance and updates.
• Provide hands-on support on screening queries, including sanctions and PEP checks.
• Act as primary contact for critical issues and cases.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices.
• Supervise quality of KYC/screening reviews; implement corrective actions.
• Perform QC on screening alerts and KYC/AML files.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Risk, Audit to resolve issues.
• Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate risks and issues to stakeholders timely.
• Maintain relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Engage with clients and regulators as required.

Skills

ICA qualification

People management

KYC / AML

Sanctions screening

PEP identification

Adverse media

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of KYC analysts specializing in screening and ongoing monitoring, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring screening alerts and reviews are completed accurately and within defined KRIs and SLAs.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in KYC, AML, screening, and Customer Due Diligence (CDD), providing expert interpretation and guidance on regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular team meetings to review performance, address challenges, and communicate updates on regulatory or process changes.
• Provide hands‑on support and mentorship on screening‑related queries, including sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), and adverse media checks.
• Act as the primary point of contact for critical issues and cases, providing advice and solutions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory updates, and standard methodologies to ensure the team is advised and compliant.
• Supervise and ensure the quality and accuracy of KYC and screening reviews conducted by the team, implementing corrective actions when needed.
• Perform quality control checks on screening alerts and KYC/AML files, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Risk, and Audit teams to resolve issues and ensure alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging process enhancements, knowledge sharing, and best practices.
• Communicate key risks, challenges, and operational issues to relevant stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.
• Maintain communications within the business to ensure material issues related to financial crime prevention are raised as needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support smooth and efficient KYC operations.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including clients and regulators, where required.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Professional qualification in financial crime compliance (e.g., International Compliance Association (ICA) or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an operational environment, with at least 2 years in a people management role.
• Strong understanding of KYC, AML, Sanctions, and Financial Crime frameworks.
• Proven expertise in sanctions screening, PEP identification, and adverse media analysis.
• Solid knowledge of legal entity structures, corporate hierarchies, and risk-based AML approaches.
• Financial Crime investigation, prevention and/or detection work preferably in the financial services or asset management industry.
• Good understanding of risk management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

Career Stage:

Senior Associate

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

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