KYC Analyst - Fund Closing (Late Shift)

Greenhouse Software, Inc.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Annual Leave with extra days

Pension Scheme

Wellness Budget

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adopta

Job summary

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling fintech and fund services company offering a global KYC platform for private fund investments. We are recruiting a KYC Analyst – Fund Closing (Late Shift) to join the global team.

You will work 14:00–22:00, reviewing investor profiles, ensuring compliance, and escalating screening hits as needed to MLROs and compliance. A collaborative culture and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of KYC/ Due Diligence and complex structures in the Fund world.
• Proactive and organized, working efficiently, independently and accurately within defined processes.
• Self-starting with excellent communication and capable of working with light supervision.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in the Finance Industry is advantageous.
• Previous knowledge of Corporate Structures is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work efficiently and accurately within defined processes within the KYC service line.
• Proactively identify and communicate effectively with clients and investors.
• Confidently review investor profiles and structures and make reasoned judgments.
• Escalate screening hits to the MLROs and compliance teams.
• Improve quality and efficiency of outputs by handling moderately complex reviews.
• Support the use of technology to control risk and improve efficiency.

Skills

KYC knowledge

Due Diligence

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Finance industry experience

Education

Legal or Finance Degree

Job description

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling, regulated fund services and technology (fintech) business. We're The Private Funds Clearinghouse, connecting more than 53,000 investors with 6,500 funds and 180 fund managers around the globe. Our vision is to change the paradigm of private markets investing through harmonising the end-to-end investment process within one platform. Investors benefit from a seamless, one & done experience across the fund lifecycle (from fund selection and subscription through to settlement and reporting) underpinned by a globally compliant KYC passport and 24/5 support. Fund managers can raise capital faster at a lower cost from a wider pool of pre-approved investors. Founded in 2015, Sonata One has a presence in eight locations worldwide including the US, UK and Luxembourg, Guernsey, South Africa and Mauritius.

We operate as #OneGlobalThread in line with our values: Wechallenge the norm, we change the way we think and work, by connecting systems and people, while committing to our vision and each other. We are now looking to recruit an experienced KYC Analyst – Fund Closing (Late Shift) to join our global team.

Hours: 14h00 – 22h00

Position Overview:

The KYC Analyst – Fund Closing (Late Shift) will support the efficient running of the KYC service by executing the duties of the role diligently and professionally. They will support and foster friendly interpersonal relationships at all levels and assist in the creation and continued growth of Sonata One.

Responsibilities:

People

• Work efficiently, Independently and accurately within defined processes within the KYC service line.
• Proactively identify
• Confidently communicate with clients and investors over the phone and email.

Process

• Understand and follow all current processes, suggesting process and system improvements to maximize efficiency.
• Confidently review the adequacy and appropriateness of investor profiles and structures and to make a sound reasoned judgement, based on knowledge.
• Work independently on investor profile reviews and proactively collaborate with peers to resolve issues.
• Escalate screening hits as per our process to the relevant MLROs and compliance teams.
• Improve quality and efficiency of outputs by handling moderately complex reviews and suggesting process enhancements

System

• Support the use of technology in all processes to control risk and improve efficiency.
• Understand the system design and how it is applied.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Sonata One process maps and guides, and demonstrate understanding of how the platform supports these processes.

Qualifications:

• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of KYC/ Due Diligence and an understanding of complex structures in the Fund world.
• Proactive and organized, working efficiently, independently and accurately within the defined processes.
• Self-starting with excellent communication and capable of working with light supervision.
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in the Finance Industry is advantageous.
• Previous knowledge of Corporate Structures is advantageous.

Nice to have:

• Legal or Finance Degree

Being part of the Sonata One provides a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovationand diversity. We believe in the power of our unique mission and we all work together towards that one single goal. We also believe in being real. We’re not a big corporate. Everyone has an important role to fulfil, and your contribution will be an integral part of our success story.

• Private Medical Insurance– Comprehensive coverage to support your health
• Life Insurance– Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Income Protection– Financial support when you need it most
• Annual Leave– With extra days that grow the longer you’re with us
• Pension Scheme– Employee matched helping you plan confidently for the future
• Wellness Budget– Investing in your health with a gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program– Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s ups and downs
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave– Because family matters
• Career Training & Development– Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow
• Paid Volunteering Day – Take time to give back to causes you care about
• Work From Anywhere – Choose your backdrop