Roles & Responsibilities
Job Summary
We are seeking a meticulous and experienced consultant to support forensic and financial crime compliance functions. This role will focus on conducting comprehensive Source of Wealth (SoW) reviews, KYC due diligence, and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for medium- to high-risk customers.The consultant will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
Mandatory Skill-set
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field;
- Must have 8-12 years of experience in financial crime compliance, AML / KYC, or forensic investigations;
- Must have Strong background in conducting Source of Wealth reviews and EDD;
- Must have experience in financial services, preferably in a consultancy or regulatory-focused role;
- Proficient in using KYC tools, databases, and AML screening systems;
- Strong analytical and investigative skills;
- High attention to detail and accuracy;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Skill-set
Certifications ( CAMS, ICA, ACAMS);Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth SoW reviews in line with applicable regulatory and industry standards;Identify assessment and corroboration gaps; recommend actions for uplift to required standards;Perform plausibility assessments of provided SoW documentation and narratives;Carry out end-to-end client due diligence during onboarding and periodic reviews;Ensure full compliance with AML / KYC obligations and internal policies;Validate KYC information through internal systems and external databases (e.g., public records, watchlists, adverse media);Cross-reference data to verify customer identities and assess financial crime risks;Identify, assess, and escalate cases involving politically exposed persons (PEPs) and medium- to high-risk customers;Maintain clear documentation and audit trails for risk-based decisions;Identify, assess, and escalate cases involving politically exposed persons (PEPs) and medium- to high-risk customers.Maintain clear documentation and audit trails for risk-based decisions.Should you be interested in this career opportunity, please send in your updated resume to apply@sciente.com at the earliest.
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