KYC Associate

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

FS X-Sector

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Investigations and Fact Finding practice, within Fraud, Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE) services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients understand where they might have vulnerabilities and develop solutions to manage the risks involved. We prevent, respond to and remediate a wide range of business threats, risks and complex issues.

Our team helps businesses detect and investigate fraudulent activities or irregularities within their organisation. As part of our team, you’ll help investigate issues such as corporate irregularities, whistleblower allegations, asset misappropriation, regulatory violations, patent and copyright infringement and financial reporting fraud.

Job Title: KYC –Associate
Company: PwC India
Location: Bangalore 
Job Type: Full-time
Summary: 
We are seeking a highly skilled KYC Analyst with 3-6 years of experience to join our dynamic team in the Financial Crime Compliance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough due diligence on clients by gathering and analyzing client information to verify compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
Conduct client due diligence (CDD) to gather information such as identity verification, source of funds, and beneficial ownership for different entity types like Banks, Trust, Funds, SPV etc.
Perform initial checks on client documents and data to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Support in conducting research using various databases and sources to verify client information.
Evaluate based on client risk levels which includes business activities, geographic location, and other relevant factors.
Conduct sanction screening and adverse media screening of customers using specialized tools and databases and analyze screening results to identify matches with sanctioned individuals, entities, or countries.
Maintain accurate documentation for all clients, including KYC profiles and ongoing monitoring records.
Conduct reviews for ongoing monitoring of client accounts, including periodic reviews and event driven reviews.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address KYC-related issues and provide guidance on regulatory requirements.
Continuously evaluate and enhance KYC processes and procedures to improve efficiency and strengthen compliance controls.
Stay updated on regulatory requirements related to KYC, AML, and CFT.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field.
3-6 years of experience in KYC, AML compliance, or a related role within the banking industry.
Strong understanding of financial regulations, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
Experienced analyst with a in depth-knowledge of financial products, services, and industry regulations.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify potential risks.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly and concisely.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using KYC tools, databases, and software applications for conducting due diligence and risk assessments.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
Experience working with large-scale banking or financial institutions.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements specific to the jurisdiction in which the bank operates.

Mandatory skills-KYC and AML
Preferred skills-KYC and AML
Years of experience-3-6
Qualification-Any Grad 

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