KYC Analyst

KYC Analyst

This role is part of the Client Management Unit, which is responsible for Client Onboarding, KYC and Data referential. We are looking for a Junior KYC analyst with preferably experience within KYC. The ideal candidate should be able to identify and verify new clients/counterparties and their related parties, perform periodic KYC refreshes on existing clients/counterparties, complete event-driven updates, and screen clients/counterparties and their related parties for sanctions/adverse/politically exposed person (PEP) information screening.

What you'll be doing

You'll be responsible for:

• Complete accurate KYC reviews in a timely manner for new and/or existing relationships.
• Complete event-driven trigger reviews of clients, third parties, and vendors.
• Apply the KYC business rules with internal policies and procedures to obtain and analyse the necessary documents for each entity type.
• Review publicly available sources of information to develop a thorough understanding of the client's activities and the nature of the proposed business relationship.
• Work with stakeholders to source additional documentation if sufficient information is not publicly available.
• Review and prepare all KYC documentation for approval by the KYC Quality Control ("QC") team.

What you'll need to be successful

We're looking for the following skills and experience. If you don't have all of these but think you could be a good fit for the role, get in touch.

• Good understanding of JMLSG and Anti Money Laundering (AML) policies and regulations.
• Experience in KYC (not mandatory).
• Attention to detail with ability to spot AML red flags.
• Previous experience in working with clients and stakeholders will be an advantage.
• Hardworking with a desire to learn and succeed.
• Dynamic and adaptable to change.

Why should you join us?

ICBC Standard Bank Plc (ICBCS) is a leading financial markets and commodities bank, driven to deliver the right outcomes for our stakeholders, clients, counterparties, and markets. We benefit from a unique Chinese and African parentage and an unrivalled global network and expertise.

We're headquartered in London, with operations in Shanghai, Singapore, and New York.

We're a diverse and close-knit global team. We put people first, giving talented, self-driven professionals the flexibility, rewards, and freedom to grow their expertise and realise their potential.

Our vision statement, "Be Yourself, Succeed Together" underpins our drive for an open and transparent culture which values difference, enabling everyone to thrive whilst being themselves. We have an active E, D&I forum and we're growing other employee network groups, including for women and neurodiversity.

We're committed to the principle of equal opportunities. All applicants will be treated equally and will be considered on their merits and skills without discrimination.

What's in it for you?

• Financial market-based pay based on skills and experience, discretionary annual bonus, pension contribution 10% (employee contribution 5%), travel insurance, life assurance, and income replacement insurance.
• Hybrid working - the option to work remotely up to two days per week, depending on the role.
• Family - 6 months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced shared parental leave. Coaching for family leave returners and access to emergency care via My Family Care. Miscarriage and menopause policies.
• Wellbeing - private medical insurance, Bike2Work scheme, health and fitness subsidy, holiday exchange, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Community - paid volunteering leave and Give As You Earn scheme. Vibrant CSR and engagement forums and fundraising for our charity partners.
• Development - a suite of opportunities to build the skills you need to excel in your role.

If you're excited about becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you!

ICBCS has appointed Robert Walters Outsourcing (RWO) to manage its recruitment process. Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies will not be accepted and no fees will be paid for unsolicited CVs sent directly to ICBCS or its staff.