V.I.E. Kyc/Aml Officer

Overview
V.I.E. KYC/AML Officer
role at
Société Générale
.
Responsibilities
Performing KYC / AML checks on shareholders of the client funds
Assisting with the annual remediation exercise on existing Client files in line with SGSS periodic review policy
Maintaining the data integrity of investor data in the TA System
Assisting in the oversight of any outsourced tasks such as technical investor account opening, daily controls, monthly KPI review
Overseeing the legal and regulatory environment with specific focus on Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulations / FATCA and their implementation within the Transfer Agency perimeter
Implementing and maintaining robust processes for the function covered
Review of account opening documentation including analytical risk assessment for new client accounts within agreed time frames
Pre-Validation of Risk Assessment form on behalf of the business
Support the Registration, Compliance and Risk team in the resolution of complex KYC/AML cases
Liaise with Compliance Officers of clients in case of escalation (MANCOs)
Periodically evaluate existing Clients' Risk according to established policies and procedures and liaise with MANCOs for validating high-risk client accounts
Performing negative media searches on Investor accounts
Investigating and reporting high-risk clients, including Politically Exposed Persons, collecting all the necessary documentation to complete the client file
Review and respond to KYC/AML related queries across all clients within agreed time frames
Run, review and update KYC/AML reports and provide these reports to Clients and Regulatory Authorities
Based on guidelines defined by CFT following the regulatory watch on new directives, laws and regulations related to KYC/AML, define how to implement those guidelines from an operational point of view
Provide explanations / training on regulatory requirements (to internal and external stakeholders)
Implement and keep up to date procedures that ensure the team is compliant with all KYC/AML and Financial Crimes prevention policies
Contribute to and prepare/discuss AML reviews as required by Compliance and by the business
Manage relationships and provide support to internal stakeholders; Transfer Agency & Compliance departments, Clients
Performing investigations where there are ML/CTF suspicions regarding Clients and escalating findings clearly and concisely for internal review by Compliance & MLRO
Profile required
Studies & experience
Graduate with a Master's degree from a Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in Business or Finance
A previous experience in Financial Services would be appreciated
Language skills
Fluent in English with excellent writing skills
Any other language (especially French) would be an asset
Technical, operational & soft skills
Good communication and presentation skills
KYC and AML knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of Irish Compliance
A sound working knowledge and understanding of traditional and alternative investment fund administration
A full appreciation of the Irish and non-Irish fund regulatory environment - especially in relation to the regulations applying to fund administration
Good knowledge of the European and Irish / AML
Proactive and communicative with an ability to take initiative and assume responsibility
Knowledge of Multi-funds TA software would be an asset
Strong communication skills - oral, written and presentation
Very good analytic skills
Goal and solution oriented behavior
Understanding and applying outcome focused regulation and have a sound risk awareness
Conscientious and accurate working attitude
To be respectful towards procedures and internal policies
Team player mentality along with a detail-oriented, proactive approach to work
Open-minded and capable of building productive working relationships
Ability to work in partnership with the larger Compliance group
The VIE assignment in a nutshell
This VIE in Dublin is to begin as soon as possible, but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment.
It will last 18 months.
In case a visa is necessary, please make sure your passport is valid up to 6 months after the end of the VIE contract to not delay your departure.
The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France's eligibility criteria, opened to candidates under 28 and from the member states of the European Economic Space.
For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.
Why join us
As soon as you arrive, you will be integrated into our teams and will learn every day alongside our experts, who will support you in your tasks.
Gradually, you will become more independent in your projects, making this experience a real career accelerator.
You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.
At the end of your VIE, various opportunities could be offered to you, in France and abroad.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are an
equal opportunities employer
and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company.
Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and
promoting all talents
, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.
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