We are looking for a talented individual to join our Regulatory Operations department, specifically the Client Onboarding Unit, to provide a comprehensive and confidential Client Due Diligence (CDD) service to the firm. The role will focus primarily on clients within Asia but may also support the Caribbean and Europe at times. This role will report into the Client Onboarding Unit Team Lead, Hong Kong, based in Hong Kong.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing CDD that is received by the team and communicating shortfalls and further requests to the business, in line with policy and regulatory requirements.
- Completing CDD data entry and maintaining data quality.
- Performing Screening Checks and analysing results identifying areas for review.
- Communicating with internal teams and external clients to ensure CDD collection is undertaken promptly following up as necessary to manage outstanding CDD.
- Remediation of existing CDD where required.
- Carrying out regular reviews of CDD information held in line with agreed policy and procedures.
- Proactively respond to queries from teams and clients as part of the CDD service.
- Provision of regular data to the Client Onboarding Unit Manager as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 2-5 years' experience in an AML or CDD focussed role within a professional services environment, with working knowledge of client take on processes as well as Anti Money Laundering and Client Due Diligence requirements;
- Candidate with Hong Kong AML requirements knowledge is preferred
- Understanding of legal and corporate services is preferred;
- An AML certificate or similar qualification is preferred;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese;
- Good analytical and organisational skills;
- The ability to prioritise work load and meet tight deadlines;
- Previous experience of SharePoint & ViewPoint is desirable, but not essential, as training will be provided;
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word; and
- Positive attitude and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
About Ogier
About Ogier
Ogier provides legal advice on BVI, Cayman, Guernsey, Irish, Jersey and Luxembourg law. Our network of locations also includes Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, London, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo.
Legal services for the corporate and financial sectors form the core of our business, principally in the areas of banking and finance, corporate, investment funds, dispute resolution, private equity and private wealth. We also have strong practices in the areas of employee benefits and incentives, employment law, regulatory, restructuring and insolvency and property.
Ogier's corporate administration business, Ogier Global, incorporates and administers a wide variety of vehicles including public and private companies, partnerships and trusts.
Ogier is based in 13 jurisdictions including Beijing, BVI, Cayman Islands, Dubai, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Ireland, Jersey, London, Luxembourg, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo.
Department
Regulatory Operations - Client Onboarding Unit
Employment Type
Permanent
Location
Hong Kong
Workplace type
Onsite