KYC Analyst - Uncertain

KYC Analyst

The KYC Analyst serves as a dedicated due-diligence officer, responsible for gathering and consolidating data and documentation to build complete Know-Your-Client (KYC) files, for both prospective and existing clients.

Your Main Activities Are:

• Define the scope of each onboarding, recertification, or off-boarding request and set the specifications, taking in consideration the local regulatory requirements
• Conduct initial checks against internal databases and open sources to identify existing KYC data and compile documents required from the client
• Coordinate with clients and internal stakeholders to obtain the full list of required KYC documents, and perform a gap analysis in order to identify any missing items
• Organise collected documents, extract relevant data, and input the information into the dedicated KYC tool, such as ownership structure, source of funds, related persons and others
• Run screenings of the extracted data through Sanctions, Politically Exposed Person (PEP) and Adverse Information lists and assess the risk following quantitative and qualitative assessment
• Review KYC files and validate that all entered data aligns with the due-diligence performed and that document format complies with bank policies and procedures
• Arrange, prepare and document the Client Acceptance Committee (CAC) meeting, providing all required evidence for final KYC approval and monitor decisions, follow up on outcomes and coordinate any subsequent actions required
• Escalate identified risks or blockers promptly, own the proposed remedial actions and keep line management informed of status and resolution plans

Profile and Skills to Success:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, Finance and Accounting or similar areas
• Up to 2 years of experience in Legal, Compliance, Banking and Financial Operations or similar role
• Fluency in English, both oral and written
• Ability to work effectively in a transversal environment and collaboration across different teams, departments and clients
• Analytical capacity, attention to detail, organization skills and rigorousness

Why joining BNP Paribas?

BNP Paribas, the European leader in banking and financial services in Europe, operates in 64 countries and has nearly 180,000 employees. The Group is structured around three operating divisions. Its business lines cooperate closely, as part of our integrated model, to meet the needs of all our clients in a coordinated manner:

• Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB), connects corporate clients needing financing and institutional clients looking for investment opportunities;
• Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS), brings together all the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses;
• Investment & Protection Services (IPS), combines a unique continuum of products and services across protection, saving, investment and real-estate.

Our presence in Portugal

In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 9,700 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 excellence centres providing value-added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

BNP Paribas´ ambition is to cultivate an open and responsive environment for all that encourages collaboration and interaction. We demonstrate our commitment by actively contributing to the Group's Diversity and Inclusion strategy and goals, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As part of our local Corporate and Social Responsibility - Diversity & Inclusion strategy, BNP Paribas Portugal is committed to:

• Promote a fair and unbiased recruitment process and offer professional development opportunities to all employees;
• Celebrate diversity and advocate for inclusion, both externally and internally, encouraging employee's participation, creating space for different voices to be heard.

To foster the effort of BNP Paribas Portugal, multiple initiatives and events take place throughout the year where our people can find out more on the importance of diversity inclusion at the workplace and in our society.

Remote Working Conditions

At BNP Paribas, we embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy and collaboration. Within this framework, eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working options adapted to our hybrid working environment. To ensure a comfortable and efficient working setup, eligible employees are provided with both office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional items at reduced prices.

Commitment towards work/life balance

Supporting employees in a hybrid way of working while providing them with the means to maintain a work-life balance is an essential dimension of our Smart Working program. At BNP Paribas, we care about our employees' wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and personal life.

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