AFC KYC Compliance Officer - Tandym

A financial services company in New York City is currently seeking an experienced professional to join their Compliance Department as their new AFC KYC Compliance Officer.

***This is a Hybrid opportunity requiring the qualified professional to work onsite at least 2 days a week.***

Responsibilities

The AFC KYC Compliance Officer will:

• Evaluate client AML/KYC risk and determine KYC related information and documentation required based upon entity type and products as well as approving adequacy of account documentation and financial information received from prospective and existing clients
• Analyze and review client documentation for accuracy based on internal KYC procedures
• Partner with Relationship Managers/KYC Support Unit to gather client information and onboarding documentation and keep the team informed of any escalations required or issues encountered in the client due diligence review process
• Update the BSA/AML/OFAC Coordinator on late or undelivered requests for reviews not performed and assist in reporting to senior management the ISPNY customers and their related Relationship Managers
• Interact effectively with ISPNY Quality Control Function and distribute, oversee, and/or correct any issues encountered in a timely and efficient manner
• Review entity and individual screenings for negative news and PEP checks via WorldCheck, as well as internal manual stop descriptor list and Sanctions screening as applicable
• Provide guidance to the Relationship Managers and KYC Support Unit on KYC-related issues
• Inform Relationship Managers/KYC Support Unit of any required or missing documents needed to complete the customer due diligence file
• Assist the BSA/AML/OFAC Coordinator in general compliance matters and projects, and provide support and coverage to other compliance personnel as necessary
• Escalate risks and issues to BSA AML Sanctions Coordinator to ensure customer onboarding is completed correctly and efficiently as per KYC procedures
• Update related tracking logs, and process connected correspondence with Relationship Managers and KYC Support Unit
• Support special projects as directed by the Head of KYC and Sanctions Advisory, and BSA/AML/Sanctions Compliance Testing

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years practical experience in the banking industry, preferably in a Compliance or Operations capacity
• Ability to properly identify AML risks and demonstrate a solid grasp of AML/KYC policies
• Working knowledge of risk factors that may impact specific products and industries is highly desirable
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively and leverage internal resources
• Strong client focus and ability to partner with various internal groups and client coverage teams
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Must be independent and self-motivated, with an ability to adapt and be flexible in a team environment
• Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (World and Excel)

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of PEGA (a plus)
• Fluency in Italian (a plus)