Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To conduct in-depth analysis and investigations into high profile, high-risk Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) or Politically Influential Persons (PIPs), related to terrorist financing, money laundering, bribery, corruption, market abuse, other predicate offences or other suspicious activity, therefore mitigating the potential for operational losses, fines, penalties or reputational damage to the organisation.
Action Freezing Order intervention orders, in conjunction with RIM, to avoid losses, fines, penalties or reputational damage.
Assess the independent risk profiles of high profile clients as a second line-of-defence, in relation to consequential risks. Analyse information arising from negative news, customer identification & verification, to enable the drafting of accurate synopses for submission to law enforcement & regulatory authorities. Submit data, perform data analytics, identify & analyse trends consistent with money launder, terrorist financing, & other suspicious activity, to determine the impact on operations.
Capture findings and conclusions in the required reporting format and systems and prepare and submit outcomes as prescribed by relevant policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the Financial Intelligence Centre, as and when required, to address large scale or sensitive financial crimes and investigations, as they relate to specific requests issued by the FIC.
Collaborate with the relevant stakeholders, i.e. Sanctions, CDD, etc. to comprehend and have a full view of the customer information.
Compile and maintain statistics, data, dashboards and other information relating to high profile investigations, as required for reporting, further investigation or auditing purposes, for both internal and external consumption.
Compile case notes and documentation to support a recommendation to file or not file a Client Risk Notification (CRN). Prepare and submit high profile client risk notifications, highlighting the risks associated with non-adherence to legislation and compliance requirements, to business and other areas within Standard Bank. Evaluate risk implications on a continuous basis to highlight inherent danger that this poses to the Bank.
Conduct in-depth analysis to ensure that the organisations' products and services adhere to all relevant legislation and regulations.
Conduct in-depth investigations into high profile money laundering & terrorist financing activities, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), Politically Influential Persons (PIPs) or Tip-Offs. Conduct enhanced analysis (analysing & evaluating complex account transactions & relationships), research & transaction monitoring to identify & analyse suspicious activities. Action Freezing Order intervention orders, in conjunction with RIM, to avoid losses, fines, penalties or reputational damage.
Conduct QA checks within the team and identify training gaps and recommendations for process, system or rule enhancement/s.
Continuously maintain an understanding of policies, processes, procedures & systems and review said with the view to find better ways to execute tasks, improve systems, improve training material, improve MLS performance and to influence Group Standards.
Contribute to the periodic and ad-hoc system, process or data related reviews (e.g. rule tuning, systems verification, transaction monitoring, bank data testing, quality assurance reviews) as per the respective plans.
Deliver holistically on all the regulatory and internal reporting requirements. Prepare reports on investigations, findings, conclusions, recommendations and to inform next steps. Discharge mandatory reporting obligations by reporting suspicious transactions to line management and the FIC. Compile regulatory and analytical reports for both internal stakeholders and Regulators.
Escalate all high-risk issues and information to the line manager to ensure these matters are dealt with timeously and as per the standards set out it in the relevant functional framework.
Escalate all matters relating to high-risk customers and entities containing adverse information, complex and significant issues to line management for immediate action in order to avoid operational losses, fines, penalties or reputational damage to the organisation.
Execute product related activities in line with the agreed policies, procedures and service level agreements.
Formulate briefing notes, training packs and/or presentations to highlight the identified risks where new money laundering or terrorist financing trends are identified.
Gather all sufficient and appropriate information from all available sources to ensure thorough analytics can be conducted
Gather sufficient information from all sources and compiling case studies through in-depth investigations and providing the necessary training.
Investigate various requests (Regulatory, Excon, etc.) requests to identify suspicious activities relating to money laundering and terrorist financing. Assess the independent risk profiles of clients in relation to consequential risks. Conduct in-depth research and perform data analytics to identify patterns and trends consistent with money laundering, terror financing, and other types of suspicious activity.
Maintain pro-active awareness of potential high-risk persons or entities through monitoring of open source information (e.g. press releases, social media).
Participate in and conduct all relevant training for the requirements of the role, including legislative and regulatory amendments and any changes to the relevant functional framework, to ensure all analyses is aligned accordingly.
Prepare for and provide updates, reports and escalations to the Line Manager and, where required, Governance Forums in relation to all high risk or material matters in the context of the specialist field or focus area of your function.
Provide expert advice and guidance to stakeholders. Where necessary provide training to targeted business areas. Engage in the appropriate forums and workshops to convey analysis findings to wider audiences when required.
Remain proficient and knowledgeable of MLS investigative best practice, and provide the necessary recommendations for adaptation and improvement.
Resolve queries regarding the analysis, information & reports.
Stay abreast of money laundering and terrorist financing trends and typologies in order to utilise this information during the coarse of high profile investigations to create awareness around new modus operandi and to identify potential risks.
Store and manage all information and data on the required systems, in the required format and for the required duration as prescribed by the relevant data model and in adherence with the policies and procedures.
Understand the banking source and target systems and interpret the output in the surveillance, investigation and analysis processes
Qualifications
Type of Qualification: Diploma
Field of Study: Risk Management
Experience Required
Group Anti Financial Crime
Compliance
3-4 years
Experience in the analysis of money laundering and terrorist financing indicators and trends. Experience in bank processes, products and systems. Experience in dealing with different stakeholders at different levels both internal and external. Experience in AML / CFT investigative work.
3-4 years
Experience in the realm of Anti-Fraud, -Bribery, -Market Abuse, -Money Laundering and Combatting Financing of Terrorism Surveillance, Analytics and Investigation.
Additional Information
Behavioural Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Checking Things
- Developing Expertise
- Exploring Possibilities
- Following Procedures
- Interacting with People
- Interpreting Data
- Managing Tasks
- Providing Insights
- Taking Action
- Team Working
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Compliance
- Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
- Fraud Detection and Management
- Legal Compliance
- Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
- Risk Management
Top Skills
What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa. With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.
