Junior KYC Compliance Officer

Architectural Services; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Junior KYC Compliance Officer to ensure accurate client data collection and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and bilingual in English and Afrikaans. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity with a focus on compliance and anti-money laundering activities. Candidates without experience are also encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a clear criminal record.
• Experience in compliance is an advantage, but entry-level candidates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Screen KYC/FICA documents for new accounts.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Escalate non-compliance issues.
• Carry out compliance monitoring and administrative tasks.
• Request updates for existing customer information.
• Assist in quality assurance validation of collected data.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Afrikaans)

Strong attention to detail

Pro-active and a team player

Excellent computer literacy

High level of integrity

Education

Grade 12/ Matric certificate

Currently studying in Legal or Compliance

Tools

MS Office Suite (Word/Excel)

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.