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.
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The KYC Officer reports to the Sales & Distribution Business Unit and acts as contact person for clients on KYC related topics.
He/She reviews policies and procedures linked to KYC and ensures the compliance of the Company with KYC requirements, with all applicable laws and internal policies and procedures.
KYC Officer is a member of the KYC Office / Sales desk.
According to established internal AML / KYC policies and guidelines, He / She 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 client’s 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
4. Master's Degree II / Bac+5