Client KYC Analyst

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Associate – Level 1| Client KYC

Role Location: Pune, India

Department: Client KYC

Employment Type: Permanent

Reporting To: AVP – Client KYC

The Role & Key Responsibilities:

As an Analyst, you will be responsible for:

• •Send initial KYC requirements list to client
• •Collate KYC documentation from client
• •Review KYC documentation received ensuring it is appropriate for the risk rating level applicable to the client
• •Liaise with client for any additional documentation or clarification required.
• •Carry out screening (Name list screening and Negative News Searches (in line with Apex Screening Procedure:
• •Prepare KYC checklists where applicable, and arrange for review
• •Prepare Apex Group Client Risk Assessment and arrange for review
• •Escalate any concerns identified during the KYC review process to Apex Local Compliance.
• •Input and approve all KYC Information Collected on KYC Application / Tool
• •Prepare the Initial Client KYC File
• •Attend to KYC Queries, Update MIS / KPIs
• •Prepare Non-KYC Components & Tasks related to Client KYC Process for new Business.
• •Perform Client KYC for new clients, perform client KYC for regular and an event driven reviews
• •Understand and Apply KYC Key Operating Procedures and the Apex Group AML / CFT Policy
• •Assist in any other ad hoc Client KYC / Due Diligence related tasks and processes as requested by the Head of Client KYC Operations.

Qualifications and skills required

· An individual with a bachelor/master’s degree qualification or equivalent.

· A minimum of 2-5+ years of Client KYC experience within the investment fund industry or equivalent

· A good knowledge of the funds industry, experience of different fund structures, domiciles and regulatory requirements

· Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills

· Excellent time management and planning skills to deliver against agreed deadlines and objectives.

· High attention to detail, accuracy, analytical, technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Proactive and have the knowledge and skills to use own initiative in handling clients queries and escalate to management when required.

· Ability to run and deliver on multiple projects and assignments.

· Adaptable and flexible to changes.

Disclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.