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Team / division overview
About the Client & Investment Monitoring Team (CDD)
The Know Your Client (KYC) Analyst will primarily be responsible for ensuring that all new client relationships and ongoing regular reviews at DWS Group have undergone the appropriate client identification screening as mandated by DWS' Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Client (KYC) procedures. The Analyst will work closely with Regional Compliance and Sales as well as its counterparts in other regions. The Analyst must be detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task, prioritize work assignments, communicate effectively with internal staff and clients, and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner. Follow-through skills and time management are critical elements of this position.
Role Details
Your Key Responsibilities:
Perform the required Know Your Client (KYC)/Know Your Intermediary (KYI) screening on new and existing clients by documenting and corroborating the information obtained on the client as required by DWS' KYC Procedures utilizing a variety of independent research sources
Analyse client data, documentation, and negative news in order to determine Client Risk Profile as established under the KYC (Know Your Client) Procedures
Responsible for reviewing and ensuring all required AML (Anti Money Laundering) /KYC (Know Your Client) Regulatory requirements for new clients are met
Liaise with Compliance on specific requirements and regulations arising under special circumstances
Liaise with the Front Office, Legal, and Operations as necessary as part of the KYC process
Perform Client account periodic reviews and remediation efforts as required
Your Skills & Experience:
Knowledge or interest in Asset Management industry and familiarity with industry jargon
Knowledge of AML (Anti Money Laundering) policies that govern financial institutions; Know You Client policy guidelines; BSA, USA PATRIOT ACT guidelines, EU AML Guidelines, Sanctions, etc.
Knowledge and experience with various business structures including Non-Profits and Trusts
Knowledge and experience with various investment products and vehicles
Strong work ethic, commitment to excel and proven capacity to work effectively with minimum supervision and under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, unstructured environment while producing quality work
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the regulatory or compliance field
CAMS, CKYCA, Advanced CAMS Level Certifications, and or CFE designation recommended (not required)
How we'll support you:
Training and development to help you excel in your career
Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
Coaching and support from experts in your team
What we'll offer you:
At DWS we're serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves sand it's important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS, you'll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalised plan unique to your lifestyle. Whether you're interested in healthcare, company perks, or are thinking about your retirement plan, there's something for everyone.
Some of our core benefits:
Competitive Salary and Matched 401K Savings Plan
Generous Paid Time Away plus Bank Holidays
Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to) Health & Life Insurance Plans and the support of trained Mental Health First Aiders
Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups), to healthcare plans and travel insurance
The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on combatting climate change & achieving greater social justice. You can make donations to our partnered organisations or take part in corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by providing on hand support.
DWS' Hybrid Working model is designed to find the right balance between in-person collaboration and engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, and working from home. Each business group varies on the split between time spent in the office and at home, but this will be discussed and made clear as part of your application and interview process. We will continue to review and evolve our working environments and methods to ensure that we are working in the best way possible for our people.
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