AML/KYC Assistant Manager - Fund Services

at  JTC Group

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5 years proven experience in a similar position in a financial services company servicing funds in the E.U or in the domiciliation and/or AML/KYC environment in Luxembourg.
• High level of technicality, particularly in applicable laws and relevant articles in relation with the AML/KYC services for our activities.
• Previous experience/exposure to Private Equity/Real Estate funds is a distinct advantage.
• Familiar with Luxembourg regulations.
• Be able to manage, motivate and supervise a team of AML/KYC professionals.
• Able to fluently communicate in English, in written and verbally, other languages (French and German) will be an asset.
• Knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, viewpoint and/or other software is an asset.
• Proven numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail, you are autonomous and applying analytical and synthesis skills.
• Able to take responsibility, prioritise, use initiative and to get on with others as a team player.
• Demonstrate motivation, enthusiastic approach, good organisational capabilities, excellent client service attitude and proactivity.
• Ability to take responsibility and initiatives, create solutions, display assertiveness and decisiveness, work under pressure and respect deadlines.
• Regularly exhibit behaviours associated with our core value such as engagement, integrity and solutions driven.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The role reports into the Manager within the department and based within the local jurisdiction.

PURPOSE OF JOB

In order to reinforce our dynamic and growing Investor Onboarding team, we are currently looking for a: AML/KYC Assistant Manager (M/F)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Report to the AML/KYC Manager and is based in Luxembourg.
• Fulfil the KYC/AML requirements in relation with on-boarding of new clients active in the funds industry including real estate, private equity and “traditional” funds.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of KYC/AML requirements for Luxembourg investment funds.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and AML/KYC client files ensuring all statutory obligations are complied with, taking responsibility and initiatives.
• Perform name-screenings on investors and its related parties and ensure that investors´ folders (digitally and physical) are organized properly.
• Responsible for successfully guiding clients through the closing process.
• Luxembourg AML perspective.
• Responsible for the daily/monthly reviews of new clients and new and existing investors KYC files.
• Receive, analyse and validate all the documents required to comply with KYC/AML regulations in Luxembourg.
• File and record all legal documentation as required by CSSF and Luxembourg Law.
• Participate in periodic audits, compliance and risk sample checks.
• Ensure effective communication with the TA team.
• Proactively work with the AML/KYC Manager to oversee and manage the operations of the team, ensuring a professional service is provided to clients and intermediaries.
• Responsible for the management and training of junior members of the team, conducting appraisals and performance management reviews.
• Respond to different requests from clients to ensure that a quality service meeting the requirements of demanding clients is provided, using prioritisation and maintaining good working relationships.
• Ensure changes in operational activities are reflected in delegated services and SLAs.
• Build strong working relationships with management and staff across all functions to achieve objectives.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the fund structure, client portfolios, including risk awareness, relationship management and contractual and statutory obligations.
• Act as the main support to your manager in the day-to-day business tasks and be when requested/needed, be the main relationship contact within the defined area of responsibility and establish and maintain close relationships at all levels ensuring any escalated issues are resolved quickly and effectively within agreed timescales;
• Review client structures, complete review processes for client entities, remain aware of risk exposure, including the fulfilment of responsibilities under the review procedures.