Job Description

KYC Quality Control Senior Analyst

About the Job

The KYC team plays an integral part in the governance of financial crime risk management. The team is responsible for conducting comprehensive quality reviews of counterparties and suppliers for AMl/CTF/ABC risks. The team will ensure adherence to both our corporate and local regulatory standards and manage the inspect and repair process, to address any identified issues with various stakeholders

What you'll be doing

The KYC Quality Control Analyst is responsible for developing a detailed understanding of the customer and the nature of the proposed or existing business relationship. This involves the analysis of customer documentation and ensuring a comprehensive QC of all documentation held on file. Through gaining a detailed understanding of our proposed customers, all Analysts, regardless of level help to control the risk of ICBC Standard Bank Plc facilitating financial crime.


The KYC Quality Control Analyst is responsible for reviewing the customer information obtained by the Client Verification Team and the analysis they conduct. This requires the use of an internal quality assurance checklist to ensure the quality and consistency of our ICBC Standard Bank | Job description onboarding and periodic review process.


Review and validate the information obtained along with analysis completed by KYC CV Analyst to ensure compliance with internal KYC business rules and procedures Ensure internal systems are checked for accuracy and completeness Ensure the customer's activities and the nature of the proposed or existing business relationship is appropriate and in line with the documents collated Complete internal QC templates and clearly document any issues uncovered with customer information or KYC analysis Liaise and feedback to the KYC CV Team all file inconsistencies and housekeeping points, ensuring all are rectified before issuing final approval of the KYC documentation Identify training gaps and work with Head of Quality Control to initiate relevant training sessions. Ensure all client classifications are correct and relevant documentation to support classification is on file Ensure the screening undertaken by the CV team is to current standards and escalations to Enhanced Due Diligence team are completed as per current process Assist with ongoing project work to enhance the effectiveness of the KYC function Assist the business with any queries relating to KYC processes to ensure adherence to internal procedures and industry best practice Provide standard guidance and support to colleagues through informal (on the job) training/coaching in own area.

What you'll need to be successful

Investment Banking (Capital Markets) KYC background with significant experience of reviewing and documenting client relationships Sound knowledge of KYC procedures and regulatory best practice (Money Laundering Regulation and JMLSG Guidance) Experience of reviewing and documenting customer relationships with evidence of KYC subject matter expertise Detailed understanding of risk and control processes Capable of explaining KYC requirements and providing clear instructions to others IT literate and ability to quickly adapt to new software systems Familiarity with Regulatory Classifications would be of benefit to candidates in this role

Why should you join us?

ICBC Standard Bank Plc (ICBCS) is a leading financial markets and commodities bank, driven to deliver the right outcomes for our stakeholders, clients, counterparties and markets. We benefit from a unique Chinese and African parentage and an unrivalled global network and expertise. We're headquartered in London, with operations in Shanghai, Singapore and New York.


We're a diverse and close-knit global team. We put people first, giving talented, self-driven professionals the flexibility, rewards and freedom to grow their expertise and realise their potential.


Our vison statement, "Be Yourself, Succeed Together" underpins our drive for an open and transparent culture which values difference, enabling everyone to thrive whilst being themselves. We have an active E, D&I forum and we're growing other employee network groups, including for women and neurodiversity.


We're committed to the principle of equal opportunities. All applicants will be treated equally and will be considered on their merits and skills without discrimination.

What's in it for you?

Financial market-based pay based on skills and experience, discretionary annual bonus, pension contribution 10% (employee contribution 5%), travel insurance, life assurance and income replacement insurance. Hybrid working the option to work remotely up to two days per week, depending on the role. Family - 6 months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced shared parental leave. Coaching for family leave returners and access to emergency care via My Family Care. Miscarriage and menopause policies. Wellbeing - private medical insurance, Bike2Work scheme, health and fitness subsidy, holiday exchange and an Employee Assistance Programme. Community paid volunteering leave and Give As You Earn scheme. Vibrant CSR and engagement forums and fundraising for our charity partners. Development a suite of opportunities to build the skills you need to excel in your role
If you're excited about becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you!


ICBCS has appointed Robert Walters Outsourcing (RWO) to manage its recruitment process and Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Unsolicited CVs sent directly to ICBCS or its staff from non-PSL agencies will not be accepted and no fees will be paid for such submissions.