Client Due Diligence Analyst
- Halifax, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 3-5 years relevant work experience in AML, KYC, client onboarding, compliance, due diligence, or related field.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Allshores is seeking a Client Due Diligence Analyst to review and quality-assure incoming customer forms and requests submitted by customer relationship teams, while completing final KYC requirements in preparation for second-review sign-off.
Working closely with the Client Due Diligence Team Lead and cross-functional stakeholders, the successful candidate will support the organization’s risk management framework by conducting due diligence reviews, validating client information, performing screening and risk assessments, and identifying potential compliance concerns.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Review and quality check all incoming applications, change/termination requests, and fund withdrawal requests to ensure that all documentation is complete, accurate and compliant with AML/KYC/FATCA and internal policy requirements.
- Perform client screening activities, including world checks and online investigations on submissions for each Business unit to identify potential financial crime, sanctions, reputational or regulator risks.
- Perform risk assessments to confirm correct risk level has been predetermined and understand risk level, significance, and scope.
- Escalate irregularities and noncompliance instances to the Client Due Diligence Team Lead.
- Maintain and update systems to ensure customer data is up to date.
- Work with Team Lead to produce customer correspondence requesting updated AML/KYC when customer data has expired.
- Research, compile data, and respond to remediation requests in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with business units and internal stakeholders to resolve documentation deficiencies and facilitate efficient processing of client requests.
- Support ad-hoc projects as and when required.
Skills, Experience & Attributes:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Law, Risk management or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Professional certification required, such as ACAMs (preferred), CFCS, ICA Diplomas, CCEP, CAFP
- 3-5 years relevant work experience in AML, KYC, client onboarding, compliance, due diligence, or related field.
- A general knowledge of CDD, AML, FATCA, CRS, PIPA requirements;
- Proficient in CDD/AML software and analytical tools.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend appropriate actions.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while working independently when required.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Review and quality-assure client applications and requests, complete KYC checks, conduct screening and risk assessments, and identify or escalate compliance concerns. Maintain accurate client records, support remediation and customer correspondence, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve documentation issues.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience, along with a professional certification such as ACAMS, CFCS, ICA, CCEP, or CAFP. Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant experience and knowledge of CDD, AML, FATCA, CRS, and PIPA, as well as strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
Skills
- Client Due Diligence
- Know Your Customer (KYC)
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
- FATCA Compliance
- Client Screening
- Risk Assessment
- Online Investigations
- Financial Crime Risk Identification
- Sanctions Screening
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Accuracy
- Analytical Skills
- Investigative Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Prioritization and Deadline Management
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Security & Safety
- Data & Analytics
Keywords
- Client Due Diligence
- CDD
- Know Your Customer
- KYC
- Anti-Money Laundering
- AML
- FATCA
- CRS
- PIPA
- ACAMS
- CFCS
- ICA Diplomas
- CCEP
- CAFP
- Client Onboarding
- Compliance
- Due Diligence
- Client Screening
- World-Check
- Online Investigations
- Risk Assessment
- Financial Crime
- Sanctions
- Reputational Risk
- Regulatory Risk
- Remediation
- Customer Data Management
- Documentation Review
- Quality Assurance
- Risk Management