Our client is a famous European institution located in Kirchberg. They are offering a temporary assignment as a KYC Officer M/F.
The KYC/TAX/ESG division is currently seeking to recruit an experienced KYC Officer for a period of 12 months. The candidate will join the KYC unit with the following responsibilities:
As a KYC Officer, you will assist the KYC team in the identification, verification and management of counterparty files. Under the supervision of experienced professionals, you will be involved in the following tasks:
• Collect and verify KYC documents for new and existing clients during onboarding in line with the institution’s KYC/AML procedures.
• Input of client data in information database, collection and storage of KYC documents, ensuring compliance with the institution’s AML/KYC procedures.
• Conduct research on clients, counterparties, and beneficial owners through external databases (e.g., Orbis).
• Treatment of hits (PEP, Adverse Media, Sanctions) generated during daily screening (via Worldcheck)
• Identify and analyze counterparty risks in connection with high-risk jurisdictions or complex structures.
• Collaborate with other services (Compliance, Investment office) to respond to internal inquiries regarding counterparties.
• Contribute to the preparation of internal and external reports related to counterparty files.

Qualifications:
• A degree in law, business, finance or economics
• 3 years prior experience in a similar role with a AML/KYC background in banking/finance.
• Understanding of regulatory, Anti-Money Laundering and compliance topics
• Experience with Compliance screening databases;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong level IT literacy including Excel and Word skills;
• Previous experience with eFront and/or LSEG Refinitiv WorldCheck is considered an advantage

Competencies:
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Fluency in English; knowledge of further EU languages considered an asset;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player;
• Demonstrate initiative, ability to work autonomously and organize own work effectively under time pressure.
#LI-DNI