KYC/AML Semi Senior

Grant Thornton Ireland; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland seeks a detail-oriented AML/KYC Analyst to conduct checks for new investors, verify documentation, and monitor profiles to ensure ongoing compliance. The role involves staying ahead of regulatory changes, maintaining robust records, and collaborating with team leads on reporting and escalations.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in AML/KYC within financial services, familiarity with funds structures, and strong analytical and communication skills to interact with investors

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of AML/KYC regulatory frameworks and requirements.
• Proficiency in using AML/KYC systems and databases.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/KYC checks for investors including individuals and entities.
• Verify and analyse investor documents to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ongoing monitoring of existing investor profiles and reporting suspicious activities.
• Stay updated on AML/KYC laws and regulatory changes and ensure documentation is maintained.
• Collaborate with team leads and assist in preparing reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records in AML/KYC database and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Assess control design and operational effectiveness, identify deficiencies, and propose solutions.

Skills

AML/KYC regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, or related field

Tools

World-Check

LexisNexis

Job description

Job Description

• Conduct AML/KYC checks for new investors, including individuals, corporations, trusts, and other legal entities.
• Verify and analyse investor documents to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and client standards.
• Ongoing Monitoring:
  • Perform periodic reviews of existing investor profiles to ensure continued compliance with our client’s AML/KYC policies.
  • Monitor and report suspicious activities to in accordance with established protocols.
  • In-depth understanding of AML laws, sanctions, and screening requirements, including OFAC, PEPs, and FATF guidelines.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Stay updated on changes to AML/KYC laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Ensure all AML/KYC documentation is collected, verified, and maintained in line with regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration and Reporting:
  • Work as part of large teams, working closely with team leads to address escalations and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist in preparing reports for various client stakeholders and Grant Thornton team leads.
• Data Management:
  • Maintain accurate records in the AML/KYC database, ensuring data integrity and completeness.
  • Handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Additional elements:
  • Ability to assess the design and operational effectiveness of controls systematically.
  • Proficient in identifying control deficiencies, assessing their impact, and proposing actionable solutions.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in an AML/KYC role within the funds, banking, or financial services industry.
  • Familiarity with fund structures such as mutual funds. hedge funds, and private equity is a plus.
• Skills and Knowledge:
  • Strong knowledge of AML/KYC regulatory frameworks and requirements (e.g., Irish Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) Act, CSSF Circulars, EU AML Directives, BSA / PATRIOT ACT, FATCA, CRS).
  • Proficiency in using AML/KYC systems and databases.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with investors and internal teams.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or other certifications or Diplomas in AML.
• Experience with compliance systems and tools like World-Check, LexisNexis, or similar platforms.