KYC Officer

Candriam is a global multi-specialist asset manager and a recognized pioneer and leader in sustainable investment. For more than 25 years, Candriam has offered innovative and diversified investment solutions across many asset classes including fixed income, equities, absolute return, asset allocation and illiquid assets.
As a Responsible Employer, Equal Employment Opportunity is crucial to Candriam. We are committed to building the best global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We provide an inclusive work environment and support wellbeing and work-life balance.
Mission

The KYC Officer is a member of the KYC Office / Sales desk. This position supports AML/KYC process of new and existing business relations as well monitoring, enhancing and securing the first lines of AML/KYC process.
Responsabilities
According to established internal AML / KYC policies and guidelines, the KYC Officer will:
Assist the manager of KYC office and the Sales team with the verification of (i) the completeness of a CDD file and (ii) the validity of the documents provided by the client.
Manage escalations and incidents in close consultation with the 2nd line of defense.
Perform 4 eyes check controls on cases.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal AML policies & procedures by the 1st line / Perform role in line with AML/KYC regulatory requirements.
Provide analyses of the risk ratings / Review the clients final risk scoring.
Submit a low or medium risk client to the Head of Sales of each desk for acceptance decision and escalate with analysis high risk client and or non-plan vanilla client to 2nd line for EDD.
Make sure adequate controls and processing requirements are met.
Undertake quality review of KYC records.
Provide advice and guidance to other teams.
Carry out all AML/KYC topics.
Reports to the RC and the Client Acceptance Committee.
Coordinates all operational aspects related to the KYC process.
Support adequate reporting when needed.
Prepare information and files for external and internal AML/KYC Audits.
Provide Support to KYC/On-boarding to the Manager of KYC Office.
Profile

Previous Work Experience: 3-6 years of experience in similar position or can demonstrate experience in KYC work within the financial service industry.

Master's degree in law, business administration or Finance.

Good understanding of AML/KYC Framework

Well organized, good planning and time management prioritization skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Team player.
Excellent influencing and consultative skills.
Sense of initiative and excellent issue resolution skills with a focus on risk controls.
Ability to anticipate and to be proactive.
Stress-resistant.
Highest work standards with a strong service orientation.
A strong "client first" culture.

Fluent English + Other European languages is an advantage (French, Dutch, German, Italian, Spanish).

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Job location

City

Education

3. Master's Degree I / Bac+4
Minimum level of experience required

2-5 years
Languages

General information

Reference 2024-231

Reference 2024-231
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