Client Onboarding Executive
£30,000 dependent on experience
Wimbledon
During probation (minimum 3 months) office based and after this, can work from home 2 days per week
9-5.30 Monday to Thursday and 9-5 on Friday, all with 1 hr lunch break
Benefits:
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Private medical cover
- Contributory pension
- Life assurance
- Annual bonus scheme
- Career development plans
- Social events
You will be responsible for assisting the Senior Onboarding Executive with the management of the client onboarding process, with a particular focus 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.
We are currently seeking a Client Onboarding Executive to join our dynamic team and play a critical role in ensuring that our clients undergo thorough due diligence and comply with anti-money laundering regulations.
- 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.
- 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree. Eye for detail. Strong understanding of CDD and AML procedures.
Excellent client care skills.
- Is professional and courteous in communication at all times
- Proven experience in client onboarding, CDD, and AML within the legal services sector.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and resolve complex legal issues.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Understands and adheres to regulatory and compliance procedures at all times.
- Demonstrates an understanding of, and alignment with, the values of the firm.