KYC Analyst

The EIB, the European Union's bank, is seeking to recruit for its Transaction Management and Restructuring Directorate (TMR) - Loans, Counterparts and Data Division (LCD) at its headquarters in Luxembourg:

 

KYC Analyst

This is a full time position

Appointments will be made on the basis of fixed term contracts of up to 4 years

 

Purpose

The TMR/LCD/KYC is responsible for the analysis, collection, input, verification, monitoring and maintenance/updating of “Know Your Customer” data in the centralised database of all counterparts involved in financial transactions with the Bank, both at appraisal and updating phases. 

The KYC Analyst will contribute to the set-up of the newly established KYC (Know Your Customer) Unit which involves organising and establishing work procedures, as well as developing/maintaining of efficient IT and data solutions, take responsibility for the management of specific improvement projects or initiatives (procedures agreements, working groups, user requirements for IT projects, operational documentation, etc.). 

S/he will also ensure daily administration of KYC related data for counterparts. 

Specific post Environment

TMR monitors counterparts and contracts and acts on contractual events under its responsibility, as well as on distressed transactions, to protect the EIB's financial interest and reputation. The Directorate is responsible for the Financial Monitoring, Event Resolution and Restructuring of (i) EU and non-EU counterparts, (ii) EU and non-EU fully invested funds and equity as well as (iii) EU and non-EU private sector distressed transactions. TMR is also responsible for developing and updating Bank-wide Financial Monitoring guidelines. 

Operating Network

The KYC Analyst will be part of a team of around 5 staff members.

The KYC Analyst will work in cooperation with other Bank’s services (notably OCCO, Ops, FI, JU, RM) and with other Divisions in TMR: S/he will also interact with external data providers. 

Accountabilities

  • The KYC Analyst will actively participate in the development and implementation of the procedures for creating and managing the standing data of all the EIB counterparts in loans, borrowing and treasury operations
  • S/he will analyse and write comprehensive notes and reports to management and/or other directorates
  • S/he will take ownership of the completion and verification of the identity of the EIB counterparty and analyse its corporate structure, with regards to its shareholding, its management and its controlling entity/beneficial ownership, on the basis of specialist corporate data providers (automated to the extent possible), publicly available sources and, if required, additional information provided by the service, with advisory support from OCCO for KYC standards and procedures as and when required
  • S/he will ensure the execution of key KYC and counterparts administration tasks with a particular focus on data quality
  • S/he will identify  any legal, corporate and compliance issue posed by the EIB counterparts
  • S/he will manage the production and validation of KYC form, KYC update form or equivalent documents
  • S/he will ensure the maintenance of accurate and complete KYC/AML-CFT due diligence records on new and existing counterparties and ensure that relevant databases are updated to reflect completion of review and relevant details
  • S/he will execute the on-going monitoring and periodical risk-based review of the KYC data of active Relevant Counterparties
  • S/he will liaise with staff in other services at the Bank for the collection, completion and validation of KYC data when applicable
  • S/he will represent, directly or in collaboration with the Head of Unit, the unit in specific projects, initiatives, working groups by planning, driving or contributing to meetings, summarising and writing meeting minutes and following up on the outcomes
  • S/he will produce and perform business presentations to broad and diverse audience in the areas of competencies of the unit
  • S/he will assist the Head of Unit in the Supervision, coordination and training of colleagues in the unit 

Qualifications

  • University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Law or Information Systems
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in banking, finance or any similar activities
  • Knowledge of relevant KYC/AML-CFT regulations and best practices
  • Preferred previous experience with KYC databases, and/or AML integrity checks and/or trust and corporate services (ie assessment and analysis of complex corporate structures to identify appropriate KYC requirements
  • Good understanding of the EIB's mission, policies, procedures, organisation and activities
  • Previous experience in managing organization-wide processes involving structured procedures and heavy data implications
  • Experience in writing comprehensive reports and producing and delivering presentations
  • Experience in project management tools and methodologies would be an advantage
  • Proficiency in the use of Bank's standard IT applications and databases, notably PiRat, GED, Serapis, MS Office (advanced Excel and Power Point in particular)
  • Excellent knowledge of English and/or French (*), with a good knowledge of the other. (Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage) 

Competencies

  • Planning, prioritising and organising
  • Strong team player
  • Effective communicator and presentation skills
  • Problem solver (strong analytical skills to identify, address and resolve cases)
  • Attention to quality and detail
  • Integrity and sound judgment
  • Customer orientation 

(*) There may be certain flexibility on this requirement, but limited to particularly suitable candidates who may not yet be proficient in one of the two languages. If selected, such candidates will be hired on the condition that they build up rapidly knowledge of the relevant language and accept that their future career in the EIB may be subject to the attainment of sufficient proficiency in both of the Bank's working languages

Deadline for applications: 17th December 2014

We believe that Diversity is good for our people and our business. We promote and value diversity and inclusion among our staff and candidates; irrespective of their gender, age, nationality, race, culture, education and experience, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability

Apply here: https://erecruitment.eib.org/psp/hr/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=101637&PostingSeq=1