Wholesale KYC Operations - Financial Institutions Group - Associate

Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work in our team to partner with the Business to provide a comprehensive view.
J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA (JPMCB) is a bank branch in Mumbai which is rapidly expanding its revenue business in India.
As a Senior Associate in the Wholesale KYC Operation Production Team, you will be responsible for partnering with the Middle Office or the client to conduct periodic renewals for complex client types such as Financial Institutions and Fintechs. You will be required to manage a team of case leads to deliver BAU results as well as champion for initiatives and process efficiencies.
Job Responsibilities

• Partner with WKO Middle office & Sales Partners to onboard and conduct KYC periodic renewals for Financial Institution Group clients to including Banks & NBFIs.
• Issue RFIs, perform specialized due diligence amongst others, for high-risk segments of clients.
• Possess Working knowledge of Correspondent Banking Due Diligence Questionnaire and its objectives to uncover & mitigate underlying risks associated with a Foreign Correspondent Banking client.
• Steer and improve our performance metrics on both productivity and quality for the department.
• Participate in country governances; share progress and undertake priorities as per service levels agreed with key stakeholders.
• Be a change champion on procedures & technology on how we can further mitigate risks and improve stakeholder experience in the process.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• At least 8 years of experience in KYC / Client Onboarding functions and preferably for Financial Institutional Group of clients.
• 2-3 years of AML Industry Experience covering Financial Institutions
• As a case lead, this is a specialist role. Post trainings and certifications, the preferred candidate will graduate to being an SME for policy and local diligence standards applicable to these clients.
• B.S. Degree or equivalent with CAMs or similar certifications on Anti Money laundering & KYC.
• Business English proficiency is mandatory
• Risk mitigation & a strong controls mindset being the key.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• ACAMs of similar certifications on Anti Money Laundering & KYC.
• Additional language capabilities are preferred.
• Proficiency in excel
• Experience on intelligence automation & other digital initiatives to improve process and speed of onboarding will be an added advantage.

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
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About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.