Client Onboarding Executive

An exciting opportunity to join our professional client based in Wimbledon. The right candidate will be responsible for assisting the Senior Onboarding Executive with the management of the client onboarding process, with a significant emphasis on client due diligence (CDD) and anti-money laundering (AML) procedures.

This role requires a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, and the ability to build strong client relationships while ensuring adherence to compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform in-depth CDD and AML checks on new and existing clients to assess their risk profiles.
Ensure that client documentation and information are accurate and up to date.
Investigate and analyse client backgrounds, business activities, and ownership structures.
Identify and escalate any high-risk or suspicious client profiles to the AML compliance team.
Implement and enforce AML policies, procedures, and controls in accordance with UK regulations.
Work directly with the Residential Property team to create clearer and more robust onboarding processes for the team.
Monitor and report any unusual transactions or activities to the AML team that may indicate potential money laundering or fraud.
Keep up-to-date with evolving AML regulations and implement necessary changes in the client onboarding process.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a positive onboarding experience.
Communicate CDD and AML requirements to clients and guide them through the process.
Address client inquiries and concerns related to CDD and AML.
Maintain accurate records of all CDD and AML activities, ensuring they are easily accessible for audits and reporting.
Prepare reports on CDD and AML compliance for senior management and the AML team as required.
Work closely with the MLRO, COLP, COFA and AML team to implement best practice.
Promotes good file management.
Ability to work self-sufficiently.
Undertake other duties as from time to time required.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

Demonstrates a positive attitude.
Proven experience in client onboarding, CDD, and AML.
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and resolve complex legal issues.
Strong organisational skills.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to various stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
Understands and adheres to regulatory and compliance procedures at all times.
Familiarity with LexisNexis.
Bachelors degree.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted