AML KYC Risk Evaluation Management Analyst
CRIU KYC Risk Evaluation Management (REM) is an AML function that is responsible for conducting a risk evaluation of new and existing clients with certain high-risk attributes. A risk evaluation is a holistic assessment of these high-risk attributes reviewing in conjunction with the client’s KYC Profile to determine whether to on-board or maintain the relationship from an AML perspective. To achieve this goal, a REM analyst needs to be able to understand risk concepts, identify root causes, and analyze complex issues. As such, responsibilities include:
Responsibilities:
Understanding the applicable Global KYC Policies, Standards and Procedures
Assess various components of the KYC Profile to support the disposition of the client. This may include: Client Information, Ownership Structure, Name Screening Matches, EDD, Product Profile, and Local Requirements.
Identify and analyze interconnected risks within a KYC Profile
When necessary, independently investigate risks components to understand context and resolve material issues
Provide clear, concise, and self-sustaining risk analyses that support the ultimate disposition of each KYC Profile reviewed
Disposition each KYC Profile in a timely and effective manner
Provide advice from an AML perspective on issues escalated by the Business
Escalate AML concerns or any significant suspicious activities to senior management
Operationally review and apply risk rating overrides in applicable systems when requested by AML/non-AML functions
Support management with provision of accurate weekly and monthly metrics if requested
Ability to review KYC Profiles with higher risk characteristics (Category A Negative News, AML Program issues, etc.)
Responsibilities may evolve as the program dictates
Qualifications:
3+ years of relevant work experience in AML
Bachelor’s Degree and AML Certification preferred
Proficient in English language and Portuguese preferred is a plus
Effective verbal and written communication skills in both languages
Ability to critically think and assess complex issues
Recent working knowledge of AML legislation and regulatory requirements.
Ability to rapidly comprehend new and complex products.
Commitment to understanding country-specific principles and business knowledge related to AML regulations.
Proactive, organized, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must be able to manage and complete multiple tasks on time.
Understanding appropriate escalation and follow-up methods when potential AML risk is identified.
Ability to independently refer to policies and procedures and put into context with regards to this role.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/ University degree or equivalent experience in AML
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Job Family Group:
Compliance------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:
AML Execution------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:
Full time------------------------------------------------------
Most Relevant Skills
Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Digital Skills (Including AI), Laws and Regulations, Planning and Organizing, Process Execution, Referral and Escalation, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation.------------------------------------------------------
Other Relevant Skills
Communication, Data Analysis, Report Writing.------------------------------------------------------
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