KYC Coordinator – Investment Banking

KYC Coordinator – Investment Banking

Location: London (Onsite – Local Candidates Preferred)
Job Description:
We are seeking a KYC Coordinator for an Investment Banking client in London. This is an onsite role with no remote options, and we are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in financial services and client onboarding.
Key Responsibilities:
• Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of clients and KYC (Know Your Customer) files that require recertification, managing the entire coordination process.
• Central Point of Contact: Act as the main liaison for client onboarding, bridging communication between clients, Relationship Managers (RMs), and KYC Operations teams.
• KYC and Due Diligence: Possess a strong working knowledge of KYC and due diligence requirements, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Onboarding Facilitation: Assist with credit and compliance processes to complete onboarding documentation across all asset classes.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with business and coverage stakeholders to confirm RM assignments and collect client contact information.
• Client Outreach: Initiate and manage client outreach to gather the necessary documentation for KYC compliance.
• Progress Monitoring: Track the progress of KYC processes, ensuring timely document collection with clients and RMs, and escalate issues as needed.
• Dashboard Maintenance: Maintain a comprehensive dashboard to monitor progress and identify any bottlenecks.
• Team Coordination: Work closely with a team of KYC Officers and Controllers, ensuring effective communication and task progression within Production teams by organising calls and sharing progress updates.
• Market Practices Knowledge: Demonstrate a solid understanding of market practices related to KYC operations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Extensive experience in financial services, particularly in Investment Banking with exposure to client onboarding.
• In-depth knowledge of KYC operations and due diligence requirements.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, acting as a central point of contact between various teams and clients.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in KYC operations.
• Relevant financial securities industry certifications are advantageous.