AML Manager

Apex Group Ltd; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 1,101,000 - 1,469,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global financial services provider is seeking an AML Manager in Mexico City. The role involves ensuring compliance with AML requirements, managing investor onboarding, and training team members. Successful candidates should have over 6 years of experience in Investor Services with a solid understanding of AML processes. Apply with an English CV as part of a 5-day in-office work requirement.

Formación

• 6 years+ proven experience in an Investor Services/Transfer Agency team.
• Detailed knowledge of Transfer Agency operational processes.
• Advanced English level required.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure AML servicing for existing client base and investor onboarding.
• Train new AML team members.
• Manage and oversee day-to-day activities per SLA timeframes.

Conocimientos

Investor Services/Transfer Agency experience

AML supervisory role experience

Strong communication skills

Multi-tasking skills

Problem-solving skills

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion. That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience. Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities. For our business, for clients, and for you

Location: Benito Juarez, Mexico City

Role summary

The AML Manager is responsible for ensuring clients and/or investors are on boarded from a Know Your Customer (KYC) perspective in line with group and local regulatory requirements. This will include training new Anti-money laundering (AML) team members, participating in the management of team projects, acting as a point of contact for internal teams, conducting performance reviews, and leading conduct management meetings. The AML Manager must always ensure adherence to both internal and Regulatory AML requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Anti-money laundering (AML) servicing for existing client base and investor on-boarding
• Review and understand AML requirements and the purposes of acquiring AML documents
• Assigning risk ratings to investors
• Processing AML for investors in a timely manner to be in line with jurisdictional and Apex group requirements & procedures
• Upfront and ongoing screening for investors and related parties
• Responding to investors on AML related queries and AML escalations in a timely manner
• Provide a high level of service to both clients and investors
• Participation in and ownership of ad hoc projects
• Managing day-to-day activities in line with internal and external Service Level Agreement (SLA) timeframes
• Managing and overseeing day-to-day activities in line with internal and external Service Level Agreement (SLA) timeframes with proactive escalation to VP and/or Senior Manager of any potential non-compliance matters
• Work through and clearance of screening checks looping in Compliance/management where appropriate
• Liaise with the compliance team where required
• Ensure all deliverables are met and any anticipated delays escalated
• Train team members on all aspects of AML requirements to ensure sufficient coverage across the board
• Investor FATCA and CRS classification on Transfer Agent platform
• In addition to AML checks, demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of the FATCA/CRS process

Skills Required

• Please submit English CV
• 6 years+ proven experience in an Investor Services/Transfer Agency team with particular experience in an AML supervisory role
• Detailed knowledge of Transfer Agency operational processes and its integration with AML processes
• AML knowledge of local and global requirements
• FATCA/CRS – ability to review Self Certification documents, classify accounts and understand XML format reporting requirements
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work with all levels within the organization
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and varied decision-making scenarios
• An understanding of fund structures and the fund administration business
• An ability to work to tight deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills to develop working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Advanced English level

We pride ourselves in our commitment to fostering a connected and inclusive culture; all our opportunities at Apex have five (5) days in office requirement.

Please submit English CV upon applying

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.