Posting description Within the Corporate Investment Bank, the Wholesale KYC Operation (WKO) Associate plays a critical role in ensuring that as an organization, we are compliant with multiple regulations, in order to protect the bank's reputation and financial assets. The team specialises in creating customer delight experiences in the onboarding process. Key aim is to onboard clients in a process compliant and timebound manner. Demonstrating indepth KYC knowledge and regulatory requirements as well strong acumen to make informed decision that deliver to our business partners. Job Responsibilities: Partner with WKO Middle Office (MO) and business to assist with the preparation, development, due diligence and approval of the electronic Know Your Client (KYC) record and supporting appendices Create and maintain KYC records by obtaining information from internal and external sources (firm website, regulatory websites, etc.) Partner with WKO MO and Compliance teams to update system information from initiation to approval of KYC record and report workflow progress to supervisor Collection and verification of confidential client data via publicly available and internal sources Understand the firm's KYC requirements when completing documentation inclusive of Customer Identification Program (CIP), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Local Due Diligence (LDD),Specialized Due Diligence(SpDD) and Product Due Diligence requirements (PDD) Compare and contrast differences within KYC records , highlight and escalate any discrepancies Establish working relationships and routinely interface with stakeholders, technology, subject matter experts (SMEs), compliance, MO, Business partners and any other relevant party Face off to compliance, screening team, other ops teams to resolve KYC exceptions and obtain approvals where necessary Engage with multiple stakeholders including Middle office, onshore makers to track exceptions and KYC completion. Review all information and documentation ensuring compliance with local regulation and JPMC standards Update KYC forms and client profiles according to policy requirements Follow up with WKO MO to ensure information is received before due dates. Timely update case status in internal MIS to provide accurate status for reporting Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent required Minimum of 7-10 years relevant financial industry experience is required A working knowledge of KYC/Compliance/AML procedures and standards Knowledge of multiple client types (i.e. Corporates, SPV, Trust, F.I.'s. etc.) Familiarity with global AML practices and specifically India KYC regulatory submission is required. Understanding of relevant statutory and regulatory requirements within the region in relation to Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing to facilitate sustainable solutioning of processes. Ability to drive issue resolution, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to execute consistently on deliverables and communicate status updates and strategic direction. Knowledgeof financial industry with in-depth expertise in various lines of business (Corporate Investment Bank and heritage lines of business) Strongverbaland written communication skills Strongtime management, organizational, relationship building skills Quality client focus, strong controls mind-set and strong customer service skills Prior experience of adhering to controls and compliance standards Ability to grasp/learn concepts and procedures quickly Preferred Qualification , capabilities and skills Aility to identify automation initiatives and initiatives for process efficiency Excel skills
