US Client onboarding - KYC Compliance Officer, AVP #177408

Your field of responsibility

Your responsibilities include:

• Providing day-to-day functional and people management for the Client ID process and projects
• Ensure BAU operations are executed within stipulated SLA, TAT and QA parameters.
• Task allocation, volume management, business partner expectation management
• Perform supervisory controls and performance reviews for team members and provide SME trainings
• Execution of efficiency and effectiveness measures
• Evaluating and Approving new customer account documentations and supporting information in order to determine whether they satisfy the client on-boarding identification requirements as per Credit Suisse policies and procedures
• Verify the identity of prospective new clients across Investment Banking division of Credit Suisse including verification with Global Sanctions and Reputational Risk screening
• Conduct the background screening on the Client name & other officials’ names using tools such as World Check/Lexis Nexis/Factiva.
• Interact with the first line of defense to ensure that accurate account documentation is acquired from the customer prior to approval.
• Reviews and Approvals of Static Data Amendments for existing Client accounts
• Conduct reviews of existing clients for status, data veracity and amendments, country of incorporation and assign appropriate risk classification
• Reviewing and closing hits in proprietary tool that result from daily screening against clients / officials names of client databases
• Assist in coordination of monthly metrics reporting and performed testing of newly built metrics recording procedure.
• Assisting with CID / AML Ad-hoc projects / tasks

Your future colleagues

The department values Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and is committed to realizing the firm’s D&I ambition which is an integral part of our global cultural values.

Your skills and experience

The ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications and skills:

• 8 -12 years of total experience with an Investment Bank or Private Bank and ideally 5+ years in Risk and Control, Internal Audit, Compliance
• Knowledge of Front-to-back Investment Banking and/or Private Banking processes (Account Opening/Account Modification and Client Due Diligence/KYC experience will be an added advantage)
• Proficient in communication, analytical, problem solving and logical and organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously along with business partners at various levels
• Result oriented, dedicated, hardworking and can work on own initiative whilst also working collaboratively and deliver on time with a high level of integrity, sense of urgency, attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to take initiative and grasp new concepts quickly
• Ability to excel under pressure and possess a positive can-do attitude
• Experience in writing internal policies and procedures and process evaluation and documentation
• A demonstrated knowledge of internal controls
• Skill to manage multiple assigned responsibilities while meeting key goals and initiatives
• Ability to meet deadlines and high level deliverables
• Ability to demonstrate a professional and objective perspective at all times
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and value diverse perspectives

Your new employer

Find a new home for your skills, ideas, and ambitions. Credit Suisse offers you the ideal environment to progress your career, attractive benefits and excellent training.

We are a leading wealth manager with strong global investment banking capabilities founded in 1856. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and with more than 45,000 employees from over 150 nations, we are always looking for motivated individuals to help us shape the future for our clients.

Credit Suisse is an equal opportunity employer. Welcoming diversity gives us a competitive advantage in the global marketplace and drives our success. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion with a deep sense of belonging for all of us. We will consider flexible working opportunities where possible. Our bank provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as well as those with other needs or beliefs as may be protected under applicable local law. If you require assistance during the recruitment process, please let your recruiter know.

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