Head of On-boarding (1099890)

Our client is an international Investment Bank looking for a Head of On-boarding. They are flexible on salary based on what is competitive in the market and specifically towards the candidate applying for the role.

Key Responsibilities will include:

· Assist it the restructuring of a centralised Client on-boarding process with the view to aligning the process globally

· Manage the KYC team with accountability for the delivery of Client on-boarding process for all business units

· Ensure all clients are onboarded to UK AML requirements

· Provide guidance and assistance to UK/EMEA business areas on client Onboarding , AML & KYC issues

· Provide guidance and advice on material reputational issues including due diligence findings, bribery & corruption, sanctions & PEPs

· Project management when required, including the implementation of a remediation programme for all EMEA clients

Skills and experience

• Strong knowledge of client on-boarding/account opening process, including regulatory requirements, gained within a financial institution
• Detailed knowledge of the FSA Regulatory framework and rules, including understanding of AML including customer KYC documentation, customer identification &verification, risk assessment, and due diligence, as well as sanction programmes (e.g EU & OFAC)
• Strong leadership experience
• Proven project management experience - ability to clearly define business requirements, process flows and resources required to successfully re-engineer on-boarding process
• Able to interact, influence and build relationships with all levels of staff, including senior management in both the business and support groups
• Ability to grasp complex issues, strong analytical skills
• Ability to work to deadlines whilst maintaining a high degree of accuracy and quality

If you would like to apply for this role or find out more, please apply online or contact Faye Condy at Robert Walters on 0207 509 8133 or faye.condy@robertwalters.com quoting the Job Reference 1099890

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