KYC Officer

BNP Paribas Asset Management (‘BNPP AM) is the investment arm of BNP Paribas, a leading banking group in Europe with international reach. At BNPP AM, we aim to generate long-term sustainable investment returns for our clients, based on a unique sustainability-driven philosophy. This philosophy has shaped our firm and directs all we do: our strategy, our culture, our structure, our products and our processes; the way we engage with our clients and our role in influencing the companies and the markets we invest in.KYC OfficerRequirementsBachelor or Master’s degree in Business Administration / FinanceIdeally, you have gained similar experience in the financial services industryExperience in client service / sales assistance and/or understanding of KYC/AML regulations is an advantageGood knowledge of fund distribution landscape, rules, regulations, and legal structures.Data savvy: working knowledge of Excel; ability to extract, analyse and prepare reporting on KYC-related data. Working knowledge of public sources of KYC-related data (SWIFT KYC Registry, Factiva etc) is a plus.Digital savvy: working knowledge of the main Office applications and collaborative online tools like MS Teams, Sharepoint. Knowledge of Salesforce (or other CRM tool) is an advantageOne firmBuilds and maintains excellent relationships with the Clients, colleagues, and across the Firm/cultures/time zones, treats everyone with dignity and respect.Demonstrates cultural awareness and sensitivity.Client firstMakes sure to fully understand Client’s context and works with teams to improve the quality of service provided. Responsive when issues arise.Acts in full compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, Company policies and code of conduct.Results drivenGets things done: is rigorous, resilient, resourceful and relentlessly reliable; sets realistic expectations and follows through on commitmentsHas growth mind-set: believes in own ability to learn, get better and achieve ambitious goals.ResponsibilitiesInitiate and perform KYC/AML analysis of distributors, institutional investors, and beneficial owners in accordance with the AML/KYC regulations required by the policies and procedures of BNP Paribas Group and BNP Paribas Asset Management, and by all relevant local laws and regulations, including, but not limited to Luxembourg laws and regulations.Collect and record required information and documents from internal databases, external sources, and the client (possibly via the relationship manager).Check the consistency, validity, and completeness of collected information and documents.Perform and review Client Risk Scoring.Coordinate the onboarding or recertification decision process: prepare and submit the file to Business Management, Compliance, or a Client Acceptance Committee, as appropriate, and monitor the approval conditions if any.We offerDynamic career opportunities across the globeVolunteering initiatives to support our local communities and connect with our colleaguesThe opportunity to contribute to our award-winning Sustainability efforts and join our community of Future MakersAccess to a robust wellbeing programme including mental health support and resourcesAn award-winning online learning and development platform Hybrid working (50/50)A diverse and inclusive working environment where you can be your authentic self