Job Title: KYC Analyst / Senior Analyst
Location: Australia (Oceania) – can be based in Australia or New Zealand
Relevant experience: 4 to 7 years (Analyst) & 7-10 years (Sr Analyst) in KYC
About Emagine:
Emagine is a global professional services consultancy and solutions firm. Our Global offices specialise in driving innovation of technology and business for the banking and financial services sector.
Job Summary:
As a KYC analyst you will be responsible for verification of client data, performing due diligence checks on clients, reviewing KYC documentation performing the risk assessment of clients, liaising with the business/ compliance, advising on KYC requirements to meet the regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience (AML/ KYC/ compliance related) within corporate financial services industry

* Conduct end-to-end KYC due diligence for global clients, including Retail and Institutional customers including individuals, Trusts, Societies and Charities.

* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws and Know Your Customer (KYC) guidelines.

* Ability to understand the firm’s KYC requirements when completing documentation inclusive of Customer Identification Program (CIP), Minimum Due Diligence (MDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)

* Collection and verification of confidential client data via publicly available and internal sources

* Understanding the missing requirements and communicating to clients via email or phone call.

* Understanding and implementation of KYC standards, guidelines, policies and procedures

* Be flexible to work on other migration/remediation projects including Screening resolution.

* Provide training to staff members on KYC procedures and best practices.

* Maintaining the confidentiality of customer information and circumstances in line with privacy legislation and internal policy

* Collect information from front line staff and customers

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following experience and key attributes:
* Outstanding customer service skills with proven experience in a customer focused role

* Strong analytical and investigative capabilities with the ability to dig deeper and explore areas of grey

* Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information simply and diplomatically

* Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and a high level of initiative

* Exposure to and understanding of the Financial Crime disciplines will be viewed favourably.

Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist - CAMS) will be an advantage.

* Knowledge of financial regulations, including AML, KYC, and the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA Patriot Act, OFAC regulations, FinCEN etc

* Ability to understand complex legal entity’s structure, transactions and counterparties involved

* Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.

* Attention to detail and the ability to spot anomalies and trends in financial transactions.

* Ability to work independently and take quick decisions, when necessary, Strong problem-solving skills/solution-oriented