Guggenheim Partners
The New Accounts Analyst will be responsible for supporting daily operations by facilitating on-boarding, KYC, and AML processes required for opening new institutional accounts and updating existing accounts within Guggenheim Securities, LLC – a FINRA registered broker-dealer. Responsibilities include reviewing account documentation in accordance with legal and regulatory standards. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize workflow while examining materials submitted by both internal and external business partners. Coverage spans product areas such as Investment Banking (both domestic and international branches), Equities Sales & Trading, Derivatives, Fixed Income, and Syndication.
Essential Job Functions
Receive and process new account request from sales personnel, liaising directly with clients
Screen customers against the OFAC SDN and other sanctions lists utilizing WorldCheck One, escalating positive screening outcomes to AML Officer
Coordinate with internal teams such as: AML Officer, Compliance Officer, FinOps, Business Controls, Legal, Sales & Trading Desk Supervisors, Risk and Operations
Conduct research on various regulatory platforms for client information/verification in accordance with established policies and procedures
Handle trade-level documentation such as Options Agreements, Electronic Trading Agreements, QIB Certifications, etc.
Review existing client files for completeness as specified by policies and procedures
For Sales & Trading, utilize Pershing’s NetX360 to open client allocation accounts
Facilitate Request for Information (RFI) from external Business Partners and clients
Perform suitability assessments for prospective Investment Banking Investors in accordance with Confidential Marketing policies and procedures
Demonstrate a willingness to learn new technologies to fulfill onboarding and FinCEN requirements using proprietary technology
Manage internal approvals and signoffs
Participate in Ad hoc projects as assigned
Provide evening and weekend support as required
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, Know-Your-Customer, FinCEN and Broker-Dealer Rules and Regulations. As well as FINRA CAT & CAIS
Prior experience working in the financial services industry, with a background in documentation is preferred
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and assignments
Ability to collaborate across product lines and effectively manage competing priorities through strong time management and problem-solving skills
Highly organized, detail oriented and thorough; ensuring all work processes are completed accurately and appropriately
Demonstrates consistent professionalism in communication and can clearly articulate complex or problematic situations
Strong team player with a positive, collaborative attitude
Proactive, able to anticipate needs, take initiative, operate independently, and recognize when escalation is necessary
Adaptable and able to respond effectively to changing situations
Skilled in reviewing and analyzing customer documentation and initiate appropriate follow-up actions
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite with working knowledge of Excel
Familiarity with: Pershing NetX360, Thompson Reuters WorldCheck One, LexisNexis and DocuSign
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in experience
2-3 years’ experience in a KYC Role
Must successfully pass a background check
Work Location
Currently, this role will be remote with in office expectations for initial training period and as required
Annual base salary between $80,000 and $95,000.
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. Actual base salaries may vary depending on factors such as location and experience. The range listed reflects base salary only, and the total compensation package may include other components such as incentive compensation.
About Us:
Guggenheim Securities is the investment banking and capital markets business of Guggenheim Partners, a global investment and advisory firm. Guggenheim Securities offers services that fall into four broad categories: Advisory, Financing, Sales and Trading, and Research. Guggenheim Securities is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, and Houston.
For more information, please visit GuggenheimSecurities.com, follow us on LinkedIn or contact us at GSLateralRecruiting@guggenheimpartners.com or 212.518.9200.
Guggenheim Securities, LLC (“GS”) does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications. GS considers any resume or application to be unsolicited if (a) received from an entity or individual without a current recruiting agreement with GS or (b) submitted to anyone at the firm other than through the process set forth in the recruiting agreement between GS and the submitting entity or individual, and GS will not pay a fee to any entity or individual for such submission.
About Us
Guggenheim Securities is the investment banking and capital markets business of Guggenheim Partners, a global investment and advisory firm. We are headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, Houston, and in London, UK.
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Guggenheim Securities is the investment banking and capital markets business of Guggenheim Partners, a global investment and advisory firm. We are headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, Houston, and in London, UK.
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