Junior Business Support Officer

Company DescriptionNatixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide.As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas — Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management — as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group.With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.Job DescriptionMain tasks and goals:Conducts initial checks against internal data/database to determine KYC information held internally;Analyze and determine account documentation required based upon counterparty type and products traded as well as approving adequacy of account documentation and financial information received from prospective customers and performs Gap Analysis with existing documents;Liaises internally with relevant stakeholders for list of required KYC and Regulatory documents, determines required documents for KYC;Perform detailed Sanctions Screening and PEP reviews;Organize documents collected and extracts relevant data to support the KYC process. Also, ensures and validate that collected documents are consistent, valid, and adequate with internal procedures/guidelines, while ensuring due diligences regarding local requirements are properly performed;Enter or update systems with data related to scoring grid, based on the documentary analysis performed;Escalates risks and issues when necessary to other internal actors to deal with higher risk elements/situations;Document upload and data capture;Interact with the Compliance department to follow internal policies and procedures as well as adapting to changes in procedure or regulatory requirements as communicated;Ensure the production, analysis, and communication of the management indicators - when entering a relationship with new prospects/customers or third parties;Support the implementation of new processes by ensuring their proper application;Assist the department manager in various tasks related to, but not limited to, working with, and rolling out to the group the implementation of new controls and efficiencies where needed.Additional information (schedule, possible travelling, internal and external interactions, etc.):Ability to manage stress and work in a constantly evolving regulatory landscape;Strong problem solving, analytical and communication skills.Experience to work with global stakeholders namely APAC, AMER, EMEA (one or more).QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Management/Economics/Finance/Legal or related;KYC/Vetting related functions (1-2 years);U.S. AML/KYC rules and best practices (notions);Fluent English.Soft SkillsStress and work management;Analytical and communication skills:Work ethic;Interpersonal communication and emotional intelligence;Autonomy.Additional InformationOur workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.