Senior Associate, Investor Anti-Money Laundering

About the role

The role holder leads the Investor Anti-Money Laundering and FATCA/CRS Team in Cayman, which sits within the Investor Services Department. The person provides oversight and support as client manager for multiple local client relationships, new and existing, with a focus on regulatory and risk control and change management, and gives technical and operational leadership so that case managers follow policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Support client-facing activities such as onsite due diligence visits, sales pitches and regulatory inspections, and handle client queries and escalations
• Oversee new and ongoing investor populations so that reviews are completed in time by case managers
• Prepare routine client reporting including AML logs and board reporting on unauthorized or aged investors
• Handle high-risk outreach cases, including PEPs, and attend board calls
• Manage due diligence questionnaires, due diligence calls, periodic review tracking and final review and QA of client files
• Provide MLRO servicing, including reporting, meetings, sampling and board reporting
• Manage client relationships, resolve complex complaints, and liaise with clients on Investor AML or FATCA/CRSA initiatives
• Ensure controls within the team, sign off on errors and implement controls to prevent recurrence
• Meet regularly with case managers, monitor task timeliness and take part in audits, regulatory meetings and departmental projects

Required profile

• Degree in Finance or a business-related area (minimum 2.2), or relevant working experience
• At least 2 years of finance or fund administration experience, preferably in Investor Services or Transfer Agency
• Strong understanding of AML, FATCA and CRS legislation and global AML policies (Cayman, Singapore, Ireland/UK, Luxembourg, United States)
• Client relationship management experience is essential
• Caymanian or married to a Caymanian

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, multi-task and stay calm under pressure

What we offer

• Salary of 61,000 to 75,000 KYD
• Health coverage, vacation package, wellness program and pension