Global KYC/EDD Strategist - Risk & Compliance

ACCA Careers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking an experienced KYC/EDD subject matter expert to join the Global Financial Crime Compliance function in the second line of defense, overseeing KYC/EDD across the firm’s global footprint. The role reports to the Global Head of KYC/EDD and is located in London or Chicago.

The successful candidate will bring deep AML/KYC knowledge, risk management discipline, and experience transforming KYC programs at a global financial institution, working with cross-functional teams and

Qualifications

• Significant experience in financial services compliance or risk management.
• Extensive AML/KYC/CDD/EDD experience.
• Knowledge of FCC-related laws and regulations.
• Experience supporting KYC transformation in a global financial institution.
• Knowledge of the firm’s products and services.

Responsibilities

• Manage KYC/EDD activities in the second line of defense, including policy, standards, advisory, oversight, assurance and resolution of risk issues/escalations.
• Support a multi-year KYC transformation program partnering with the first line to drive enhancements to systems and controls.
• Act as subject matter expert to support a team of EDD professionals onboarding and performing periodic reviews of high-risk relationships.
• Provide AML/KYC advice and guidance, and effective challenge as required.
• Work closely with the first line of defense to drive centralization and efficiency in KYC/EDD processes and controls, ensuring a globally consistent approach.
• Ensure controls are adhered to by business functions across regions and entities.
• Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and other assurance testing reviews.
• Proactively identify risks and implement corrective actions to improve control effectiveness.
• Enhance reporting on KYC/CDD/EDD and provide updates to governance bodies.
• Manage multiple projects and meet timely deadlines.

Skills

KYC/CDD/EDD expertise

Risk management

Financial services compliance

Regulatory knowledge

KYC transformation experience

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking an experienced KYC/EDD subject matter expert to join the Global Financial Crime Compliance function in the second line of defense, overseeing KYC/EDD across the firm’s global footprint. The role reports to the Global Head of KYC/EDD and is located in London or Chicago.

The successful candidate will bring deep AML/KYC knowledge, risk management discipline, and experience transforming KYC programs at a global financial institution, working with cross-functional teams and