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The role of Know Your Client (KYC) Associate is part of the KYC Client Onboarding team in London, which interacts with team members in the Global KYC Refresh Team and KYC Client Onboarding Teams in the UK, US, Canada and APAC. You will ensure that KYC due diligence and information is collected prior to establishing any client relationship in accordance to UK Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance regulations and RBC policies. Should you be shortlisted, do please let us know if you have any specific requirements for the interview. This is a permanent, full-time role and requires 4 days in our London Bishopsgate office.
Job Responsibility
Be responsible for the KYC processing of new client and account opening forms, and maintaining reference databases with completed records and information
Assess issues of potential non-compliance, provide recommendations and, together with the KYC BAU Manager / KYC management, work with areas involved to resolve and implement improved controls
Conduct KYC due diligence searches and perform reviews for Low/Medium/High risk customers
Respond to adhoc requests for information from Business areas regarding appropriate KYC documentation
Identify potential areas for improved processing and automation of manual processes wherever possible
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on KYC UK policy and have working knowledge of other regional requirements
Escalate material matters relating to sanctions or ABAC, to the Global Economic Sanctions Team (GES)
Responsible for problem solving complex requests and escalating new issues or proposed solutions to senior management
Participate in intra-day and/or after hours testing in support of system and process improvements
Understand complex deal structures and have confidence with GIB & Corporate Banking clients
Act as regional champion for vendor systems, FEN X, ABBYY, Encompass, etc
Act as a subject matter expert for RBC GmbH onboarding and refresh queries
Requirements
Proven relevant KYC/AML experience in Capital Markets in a Global Investment Bank
In-depth knowledge of local and global KYC/AML, Capital Markets industry, or taxation regulatory requirements
Strong knowledge of Capital Markets products, trade systems and business lines
Knowledge of KYC/AML industry tools, portals, information sources, and vendor products
Experience working in Client Services using Fenergo and CLM tools
Nice to have
BA / BS or equivalent
Operations or Technology degree, background, or experience
CAMS certification
CFA certification
European language skills
What we offer
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Opportunities to work with the best in the field
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
A world-class training program in financial services