Senior Analyst - Checker APAC HK KYC

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Job Profile

Purpose of Role

This individual will be responsible for undertaking KYC reviews for branches based out of APAC

Main Responsibilities

The individual will work under MGS leadership and will ensure effective, and time bound KYC reviews are completed across within required SLA.

These responsibilities include, but are not limited to providing support in conducting, the items listed below as per SOPs and may be amended from time to time:

·         Production of KYC profile to the highest quality standard & in line with the latest policies and procedures. Individuals are required to keep themselves updated on the latest procedural/ policy changes across all streams.

·         Obtain & update all missing client documentation from the client (with the help of the RMs), ability to research and analyze large amounts of data and assess higher risk attributes (geographical, product/service, entity/industry type, transactional, etc.)

• Coordinates with internal partners such as Front, Middle and Back Office staff to obtain required information and applicable documentation related to KYC requirements

·         Following up on client profiles (In line with the latest escalation matrix) & making sure that all levels of signoff are in line with the latest Id matrix

·         Profiles to be sent for audit (after receiving all information) within standard timelines that have been defined Interfacing with Compliance, Sanctions and Relationship Managers where applicable, especially on matters that involve escalation of pending and ageing profiles

·         Excellent understanding of KYC, financial regulatory environment, Global banking regulations and AML risk implications (Oceania Region – Australia and New Zealand)

·         Thorough understanding of legal structures of various client types: financial institutions, corporate, NBFI, Trusts, Public/Government FIs, private companies, funds, SPV etc.

·         Proven skill sets in analysing implications of mergers and acquisitions on legal identities & ownership structures of Corporate, FIs & Funds

·         Experience on AML / KYC tools such as SWIFT KYC Registry, Factiva, Bankers Almanac, RDC, Internet Research, Fenergo, etc

·         Sound knowledge of financial regulatory requirements

·         Ability to interpret complex changes in regulatory guidelines and assess the impact

·         Ability to work well under pressure with a high degree of accuracy & Ability to think from various angles and be proactive

·         Ensure one meets the set productivity target and Quality target month on month

• Always strive to ensure the KRI, relevant KPI and expected objectives and deliverables are met within the stipulated timeframe

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Functional / Technical Competencies:

Ø  Awareness of detailed KYC knowledge [E]

Ø  Attention to detail is essential [E]

• Details technical knowledge of various client types & their structure [E]
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and strong team player [E]
• Demonstrated experience in establishing strong credibility to build influential relationships stakeholders to identify gaps and improvements within KYC process [E]

Work Experience:

Ø  Person should have a bachelor’s degree in any stream [E], any certification/diploma in AML/KYC domain would be and added advantage.

Ø  Minimum 4 years’ experience in AML Compliance & KYC preferably within the financial services industry with experience conducting KYC on Corporates and other institutions. Experience supporting HK region [E]

Ø  Experience reviewing comprehensive documents like complex ownership structures and Wolfsberg Questionnaires, various organizational documents like MOA/AOA COI etc. [E]

Ø  Strong working knowledge of AML/Sanctions laws and regulations relative to money laundering and terrorist financing and the ability to apply this knowledge in assessing transaction activity and customer profiles. [E]

Ø  Must be able to multi-task, adapt well to changing priorities, and effectively prioritize workflow to meet critical deadlines. [E]

Ø  Mature approach with excellent influential communication (verbal/written) skills [E]

Ø  Critical thinking and problem-solving skills a must. [D]

Ø  Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment and must work well under pressure. [E]

Ø  The ability and willingness to work both independently and in a team, environment is required. [E]

Ø  Maintains effective working relationships with key business partners. [E]

Ø  Familiarity with Actimize and other financial crime, risk and compliance applications would be preferred.

Ø  Effective Internet and research skills and usage of third-party tools. [E]

Ø  Good knowledge in Microsoft Excel/word. [D]

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.