Aztec Group
Senior KYC Analyst
As a Senior KYC Analyst specializing in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), you will support Aztec US with client onboarding, ongoing CDD/KYC maintenance, performing periodic reviews ultimately enabling Aztec to maintain compliance with its AML/FT standards. You will be an active member of the Aztec US Compliance and AML team, contributing your ideas to the way we do things and develop further your own expertise, as well as the expertise of the people who work with you. The role requires daily liaison with other Risk and Compliance team members as well as with both client facing teams within the company and our clients. What you'll be doing Conduct CDD/KYC enquiries and collate documentation in line with Aztec Policy Maintain accurate and complete CDD/KYC records are maintained to cover new business take-on and trigger events (Promoters, Carry vehicles, General Partners, Management, GP Entities, Investors & SPVs etc) Review and assess CDD/KYC files to evaluate the inherent AML risk and where appropriate escalate cases to the relevant jurisdiction's AML Manager/MLRO as required (this includes reviewing and assessing screening matches) Provide sign off of CDD/KYC Files Provide guidance to Administration teams and key stakeholders to ensure CDD/KYC files are prepared accurately, completely and in a timely manner Provide support to the wider European team to manage CDD reviews and client queries Ensure CDD/KYC procedures comply with AML laws, regulations, and internal policies Prepare AML reports as required for the business and its clients Perform periodic reviews of CDD/KYC files Remain fully up to date with anti-money laundering legislations and guidance in the relevant jurisdictions with an awareness of developing AML/CFT methodologies and policies where necessary What we're looking for 3-4 years minimum experience in AML/CTF or a compliance role within the financial services sector is preferred Experience and knowledge of funds would be an advantageous Holding or actively pursuing a KYC/AML qualification is beneficial Excellent communication and relationship building skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts Good working knowledge of IT systems, particularly Microsoft Excel any experience of creating reports driven by Excel functions would be an advantage Experience with Fenergo, Lexis Nexis, or similar compliance/AML systems is preferred Able to demonstrate a team player attitude, high level of integrity and professionalism Good time management and organisational skills A self-starter with a proactive and dynamic style and a high degree of attention to detail An analytical approach with good research skills Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and quality standards We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do. If you're passionate about AML/CFT and want to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic compliance environment, we'd love to hear from you!
As a Senior KYC Analyst specializing in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), you will support Aztec US with client onboarding, ongoing CDD/KYC maintenance, performing periodic reviews ultimately enabling Aztec to maintain compliance with its AML/FT standards. You will be an active member of the Aztec US Compliance and AML team, contributing your ideas to the way we do things and develop further your own expertise, as well as the expertise of the people who work with you. The role requires daily liaison with other Risk and Compliance team members as well as with both client facing teams within the company and our clients. What you'll be doing Conduct CDD/KYC enquiries and collate documentation in line with Aztec Policy Maintain accurate and complete CDD/KYC records are maintained to cover new business take-on and trigger events (Promoters, Carry vehicles, General Partners, Management, GP Entities, Investors & SPVs etc) Review and assess CDD/KYC files to evaluate the inherent AML risk and where appropriate escalate cases to the relevant jurisdiction's AML Manager/MLRO as required (this includes reviewing and assessing screening matches) Provide sign off of CDD/KYC Files Provide guidance to Administration teams and key stakeholders to ensure CDD/KYC files are prepared accurately, completely and in a timely manner Provide support to the wider European team to manage CDD reviews and client queries Ensure CDD/KYC procedures comply with AML laws, regulations, and internal policies Prepare AML reports as required for the business and its clients Perform periodic reviews of CDD/KYC files Remain fully up to date with anti-money laundering legislations and guidance in the relevant jurisdictions with an awareness of developing AML/CFT methodologies and policies where necessary What we're looking for 3-4 years minimum experience in AML/CTF or a compliance role within the financial services sector is preferred Experience and knowledge of funds would be an advantageous Holding or actively pursuing a KYC/AML qualification is beneficial Excellent communication and relationship building skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts Good working knowledge of IT systems, particularly Microsoft Excel any experience of creating reports driven by Excel functions would be an advantage Experience with Fenergo, Lexis Nexis, or similar compliance/AML systems is preferred Able to demonstrate a team player attitude, high level of integrity and professionalism Good time management and organisational skills A self-starter with a proactive and dynamic style and a high degree of attention to detail An analytical approach with good research skills Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and quality standards We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do. If you're passionate about AML/CFT and want to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic compliance environment, we'd love to hear from you!