Junior KYC Compliance Officer

Fidelity Services Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services provider in Gauteng is seeking a Junior KYC Compliance Officer to ensure client data is accurately collected and compliant with regulations. The role involves screening accounts and conducting risk assessments. Entry-level candidates are welcome, and bilingualism in English and Afrikaans is a must. A Matric certificate is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate is required.
• Computer literate in MS Office Suite (Word/Excel).
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Screen KYC/FICA documents on new accounts opened.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Request update of existing customer information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Computer Literacy

Bilingual (English and Afrikaans)

Education

Grade 12/Matric certificate

Currently studying in Legal or Compliance (advantageous)

Job description

As a junior KYC Compliance officer, you will play a vital role in the “Know Your Customer” process.
This will involve ensuring that client data is accurately collected, updated, screened, and compliant with the internal policies and external regulations.

Qualifications, experience and other competencies required:

• Grade 12/ Matric certificate
• Currently studying or willingness to study further in Legal or Compliance field (advantageous)
• Computer Literate in MS Office Suite (Word/Excel)
• Bilingual, fluent speaking in English and Afrikaans
• Clear Criminal Record

While experience is preferred, we welcome entry level candidates who are looking to build a career in compliance and Anti- Money Laundering field.

Key areas of responsibility: (Not totally inclusive)

• Account screening- Screening KYC/FICA documents on new accounts that are opened
• Risk assessments
• Escalate non-compliance to appropriate forum
• Carrying out compliance monitoring/review activities, and administrative tasks
• Remediation- request update of existing customer information to ensure data is current, accurate and complete
• Quality Assurance (QA)-Assist in conducting thorough validation of all collected data to ensure accuracy, completeness and alignment to compliance standards
• General Ad-hoc duties as required.

Core Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot discrepancies in data
• Ability to work independently
• Pro-active and a team player
• Excellent computer Literacy
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Reliable and honest

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team. Whilst black female candidates will be given priority as per our transformation policy subject to the above criteria.

Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.