Associate - AFC Testing and QA – KYC Officer

Job Title: Associate - AFC Testing and QA – KYC Officer

Location: Bangalore, India

Role Description

This specialized role entails the implementation of a Control & Assurance framework to assess the quality of the KYC function in the 2nd LOD of the Bank

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under child-care assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Your key responsibilities

The role’s key responsibility is to participate in the design and implementation of a globally consistent AFC Testing and Quality Assurance (QA) framework to assure that KYC controls are robust and correctly executed across the bank. You will report to the KYC QA Lead, in terms of guidance and authority and is guided by them in terms of strategic issues, compliance, etc. However, you should be able to independently interact with Internal/External parties and is expected to be aware of the changes in the regulation.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Support the QA Team Lead in DBOI and the APAC Head of AFC QA and Testing or designate to implement a globally consistent KYC QA Program;
• Ensure that QA is performed in compliance with the relevant policy, procedures, and testing standards;
• Interactions with key stakeholders across the business and collaborating with other teams as required;
• Prepare reports and MI which are concise, timely and provide value to business and management to continuously improve TM controls and mitigate risks;
• Compiling reports and trend analysis in preparation for discussion with key Stakeholders, identifying key issues and areas for improvement;
• Working in coordination with the AFC Testing & QA teams in hub locations, for any coordination of the KYC Quality Assurance program;
• Maintain the AFC KYC QA approach and methodology consistent and up-to-date;
• Keeping abreast of all regulatory developments which may impact monitoring requirement;
• Assist on projects as required

Your skills and experience

• Experience working in financial crimes in a financial institution;
• Working knowledge of international banking business and products
• Experience with regulators and managing regulatory examinations
• Experience of working within a multinational organisation(s)
• Good understanding and application of relevant AML & KYC regulation and legislation.
• Understanding and application of relevant AML & KYC regulations and legislation will be given preference (including but not limited to; the German AML Act, the German Banking Act, 3rd AML EU Directive, 4th AML EU Directive, US BSA and other supporting regulations worldwide);
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to communicate effectively with Compliance, the line of business, and technical team members, with the ability to influence stakeholders;
• Some experience on Financial Crime testing functions either from a Second or Third Line of Defence in a large financial institution;
• A basic understanding of financial crime risks and internal controls
• Analytical, with the ability to provide practical solutions for minimizing risk;
• Able to work independently to manage projects and deliverables to completion;
• An enthusiastic team player; able to build strong, open dialogue-based relationships with relevant Stakeholders;
• Action oriented with a strong focus on completing tasks accurately and efficiently whilst working independently and with minimum direction;
• Able to remain calm under pressure while maintaining high energy levels;
• Able to manage many competing deliverables effectively for on-time delivery;
• Self-starter and able to recognize opportunities for improvement and to act on those opportunities;
• Computer literate and conversant with Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Access

Your Qualification

• Graduate (BA/ BS / B.Com, etc.) with 5 to 8 year’s experience in the relevant field

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression

About us and our teams

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https://www.db.com/company/company.htm

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.