Technical Coordinator - Anti Money Laundering (AML) Team Associate

Northern Trust; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust seeks a Senior Technical Coordinator for AML TA in Bengaluru. The role involves ensuring timely and accurate workload completion, reviewing investor documentation per AML procedures, and coordinating with Ireland's Investor AML Department.

You will escalate complex issues and maintain clear communications with teams in Ireland, Bangalore, and Pune. You will support Ireland & UK Investor AML processes, uphold audit and compliance standards, and stay updated on best practices in

Qualifications

• Knowledge of day-to-day Investor AML processes and procedures.
• Previous people management experience.
• General knowledge of the global Investor AML regulatory environment.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office applications relating to designated areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Takes responsibility for the timely and accurate completion of workload allocated.
• Actively reviews investor documentation in AML processes.
• Escalates and assists with resolution of complex problems in Investor AML.
• Maintains updates to line manager and colleagues in Bangalore, Pune and Ireland.
• Maintains relationships with Investor AML departments in Ireland.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Risk management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/CA/ICWA or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Technical Coordinator, AML TA

About Northern Trust As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Major Duties

• 1. Takes responsibility for the timely and accurate completion of workload allocated including tasks processed through Northern Trust’s workflow process.
• 2. Actively participates in the review of investor documentation and information in adherence with Northern Trust’s AML processes and procedures.
• 3. Works with colleagues and line management in reviewing such investor documentation and efficiently highlighting outstanding investor due diligence documentation (if any) to the Investor AML Department in Ireland, by agreed modes of communication, with professionalism of approach and timely escalation of material issues arising.
• 4. Escalates and assists with resolution of more complex problems and critical issues, including those received from other Northern Trust partners (including primarily the Northern Trust Investor AML Department in Ireland).
• 5. Works with colleagues and line management to ensure that all queries from other Northern Trust partners (including primarily the Northern Trust Investor AML Department in Ireland) are dealt with efficiently and professionally.
• 6. Takes responsibility for completion of support services for Ireland & UK Investor AML processes and procedures in conjunction with Northern Trust colleagues in Ireland and provides regular, meaningful and accurate periodic updates to his/her line manager and colleagues in Bangalore, Pune and Ireland.
• 7. Maintains strong working relationships with partners in Northern Trust Investor AML Department in Ireland.
• 8. Works with his/her line management and other colleagues to ensure that the Investor AML support teams in Bangalore and Pune meet the required audit, risk and compliance standards as determined, from time to time, in accordance with advised changes in processes and procedures pursuant to amendments in prevailing legislation, guidance and best practice.
• 9. Maintains an up to date knowledge of Investor AML good practice and uses this knowledge to promote enhancements to Northern Trust’s AML processes and procedures.
• 10. Performs additional work where volume or absence requires such workload to be completed.

Accountabilities

• 1. The successful candidate is required to comply, and ensure direct and indirect reports comply, with the global AML regulatory regime in which Northern Trust operates as appropriate to the above role.
• 2. The successful candidate is expected to exercise due care and diligence, and ensure that the responsibilities of the role are organized and controlled within the ambit of regulation, compliance and risk management.
• 3. The successful candidate is required to observe proper standards of market, business and personal conduct, demonstrating integrity in the execution of such duties.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of day-to-day Investor AML processes and procedures and the wider funds administration business.
• Previous people management experience.
• Previous experience in an Investor AML servicing role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Effective risk management.
• Ability to research and understand complex issues and deliver solutions agreed with line management.
• General knowledge of the global Investor AML regulatory environment.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office applications relating to designated areas of responsibility.

Experience

• Overall experience of 4-6 years
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Accounting, CA or ICWA Inter/Master degree/IAQ/IOC or equivalent a plus
• Experience in Audit/Operational Control/ Risk or equivalent
• Accounting / financial services/ capital markets work experience or equivalent
• Should be flexible for shifts and extended working hours.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail] , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Bangalore Office

The Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees. In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. Learn more.

Experience Level

Senior Level