KYC Analyst, Operations

CLSA; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a KYC Analyst to support KYC and due diligence processes. The role involves overseeing document collection and managing periodic client reviews. Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years in KYC functions, excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid understanding of compliance standards. Experience in the banking industry is preferred, alongside good organizational and analytical skills. This position is located in Metro Manila, Philippines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in KYC/Client Onboarding functions, preferably in banking.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of KYC periodic review processes and regulatory standards in the Philippines.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME and Due Diligence expert for periodic review processes.
• Oversee KYC document collection and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform verification checks with external data sources.

Skills

KYC compliance

Client onboarding

Documentation management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Act as SME and Due Diligence expert for the periodic review process, to guide clients through the KYC Requirements and document variations including conduct in-depth analysis on the ownership structure of the client on publicly available resources (not limited to company registries) or client documentation and assist the team to seek additional confirmation or approvals as required.
• Overseeing the KYC document collection process to ensure a balance between adhering to regulatory guidelines and ensuring that documentation collected for KYC and AML reviews performed are accurate and timely.
• Performing verification checks with external data sources and screening tools to ensure that all documents submitted meet the defined Customer Identification Program.
• Keep informed of any changes to processes and procedures, regulatory change and ensure open dialogue with colleagues across region including updating processes when necessary.
• Managing the workflow process for periodic client reviews.
• Classifying existing clients from a risk and regulatory perspective, such as professional investor reviews.
• Interacting with existing client accounts to handle any tasks arising from periodic reviews.
• Resolving any issues arising from the screening processes in a professional and efficient manner. Timely escalation of exceptions needs to be made to the AML Teams or Head of Compliance when necessary.
• Maintaining a current database of all information, documents, financial reports, and news on our accounts for Legal and Compliance vetting.
• Responding to internal audit requests and queries on KYC processes and client files relating to periodic reviews conducted.
• Producing periodic reports for client screening and for inactive account reviews.
• Identify and execute process improvements, provide guidance and support on key process and technology initiatives to the business.
• Promote ideas for process improvement and assisting in their implementation.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in KYC/Client Onboarding functions and preferably within the banking industry.
• Experience with KYC in Institutions, Corporate, Family office and funds clientele preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are a must-have, good prioritisation skills and ability to handle large information volume whilst meeting tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills in English will be preferred to facilitate communication with business colleagues as well as colleagues from other offices
• Good understanding of constitutional documents and corporate structures is required
• A working knowledge of KYC periodic review processes including not limited to KYC/Compliance/AML procedures and standards of Philippines regulator is essential.
• Candidate with prior experience or understanding of KYC requirements from HK SFC and Singapore MAS will be viewed favourably.
• Knowledge of multiple client types (i.e. Corporates, SPVs, Trusts, Funds, FI’s, etc).
• Knowledge of financial industry with in-depth expertise in various lines of business, markets and instruments is a plus, in addition to front to back sales and trading processes
• Strong attention to details, process oriented, time management, organizational, relationship building skills plus keen investigative skills.