Key Responsibilities:

• Know Your Client Due Diligence (KYC DD): 
  Conduct thorough research using pre-defined checklists and databases to collate and analyze information about clients or third parties to assess potential risks. The risk areas include but are not limited to:
  • Client identity verification 
  • Anti Money Laundering 
  • Sanctions 
  • PEP 
  • Financial risk 

Summarize research and findings based on KYC DD. 

• Conflict of Interest support:
• Support the engagement teams by drafting local and international conflict checks for engagement team input and finalisation
• Maintain proactive communication with engagement teams throughout the various stages of the conflict check process to ensure timely and successful completion thereof
• Auditor Independence support: 
• Support the engagement teams by identifying clients that are subject to auditor independence restrictions 
• Assist in drafting the non-assurance services forms for engagement team input and finalisation
• Maintain proactive communication with engagement teams throughout the lifecycle of a non-assurance services form to ensure timely completion thereof
• Respond to queries from engagement teams and Engagement Partners regarding client onboarding processes. 
• Assist with ad hoc tasks as requested by the Central Client Acceptance team. 

Skills and Experience Required:

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify trends.
• Technological Proficiency: Proficiency in using compliance software and other relevant tools.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to critically evaluate multiple sources of information.
• Research Skills: Demonstrated research skills and familiarity with online research tools.
• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, partners and management.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with a positive customer service-oriented attitude.
• Time Management: Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Professionalism: Professionalism and the ability to influence in a positive manner.
• Experience: Previous experience applying skills and experience listed is desirable.