Senior Manager, Aml/cft and Kyc

**Senior Manager, AML/CFT and KYC**

**Job ID**
- 197644

**Posted**
- 20-Dec-2024

**Service line**
- Advisory Segment

**Role type**
- Full-time

**Areas of Interest**

Legal

**Location(s)**

Luxembourg - Luxembourg - Luxembourg

As a Manager of AML/CTF and KYC team, you will be responsible for the Know Your Client and Anti-Money Laundering / Combating Financing of Terrorism processes. The verification of new client and investor accounts, assessment of existing clients and investors (periodic reviews), certain level of static data maintenance would be a part of your and your team’s role. To succeed in this role, you need to have previous experience in the AML/CTF and KYC function within the financial industry, excellent communication and management skills, good software systems skills, act as a team player, as well as be able to manage a challenging environment. This role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will be provided with support and training where needed and will have the opportunity to work in an exciting and positive working environment.

**What are the main responsibilities?**
- Leading our Luxembourg AML/CTF and KYC team
- Overseeing the AML/CTF agenda of IA&R Luxembourg. Acting as first line defense.
- Closely cooperating with Compliance, Client Servicing, Transfer Agency and Corporate Secretarial teams.
- Ultimate responsibility of the AML/CTF and KYC processes. Including:

- Requesting, collecting, completing and maintaining all AML/CTF and KYC information and documentation at client and investor level;
- Gather, analyze and maintain AML/CTF and KYC documentation;
- Contacting and liaising with different parties for follow-up of outstanding AM/CTF and KYC requirements;
- Maintain up to date Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) files.
- Ensuring an accurate and timely information flow between clients/investors and other departments of the firm (in AML/CTF and KYC area).
- Liaise with the Compliance Officer to escalate any AML/CTF and KYC concerns/issues and ensure swift and compliant resolution.
- Maintaining good relationships with external clients as well as build strong internal relationships.
- Developing knowledge of investment vehicles structures & Luxembourg regulatory requirements.
- Conduct quality assurance and due diligence on existing clients, taking action where necessary.
- Act as client contact to communicate due diligence matters to investors, fund managers and compliance officer, where required.
- Strict adherence to controls and procedures, ensuring that policies are adhered too.
- Ultimate responsibility for quarterly and annually AML/CFT and KYC reports and tracking AM/CFT indicators.
- Assist Management with inquiries from management, internal and external auditors.
- Act as guarantor of compliance of the company with AML/CTF regulations.

**What are we looking for?**
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in AML/CTF and KYC or related Compliance function is required preferably within a management company or financial and corporate services provider.
- First experience in leading a small team is a strong asset
- Strong expertise in Luxembourg AML/CTF and KYC regulations and best practices
- Experience in Alternative Investment Funds in Luxembourg, good understanding of the fund administration processes.
- Previous experience in dealing with complex investor structures (e.g., trusts, foundations) would be an asset.
- Existing active knowledge of screening database software.
- Be proactive and contribute to improving the AML/CFT framework of CBRE GIA Luxembourg.
- Well organized with strong administrative skills and ability to prioritize.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage difficult situations with the clients.
- Demonstrable experience of working accurately and with attention to detail.
- Good proficiency of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Ability to deliver within tight deadlines.
- Ability to work autonomously, multitask and remain calm under high pressure.
- Positive attitude, team spirit, flexible and self-motivated.

**What do we offer?**
- Be part of an international team - our team in Luxembourg has more than 30 nationalities
- Permanent contract
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Employee benefits (lunch vouchers, complementary health insurance and pension scheme, Sympass card)
- 30 days of holiday
- Career opportunities and growth
- Hybrid way of working