Since 2015 weve empowered entrepreneurs with over 13 bn in funding fuelling the creation of 56000 jobs and 34000 new homes across the UK and US. At OakNorth were on a mission to help ambitious businesses thriveand our Client Onboarding team is at the heart of that journey.
This is more than just another job at a bank. Its a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing high-impact organisation thats known for challenging the status quo.
Were not looking for cogs in a machinewe want self-starters bold thinkers and ambitious builders who are ready to forge their own career path while supporting some of the most inspiring business leaders in the UK.
As a Client Onboarding Associate youll play a vital role in delivering an exceptional experience to every new clientensuring theyre onboarded efficiently compliantly and with a level of service that sets us apart. Youll combine regulatory rigour with a genuine commitment to making every interaction count.
Responsibilities:
Conduct AML CDD reviews on new and existing lending customers by collating information from online company registers company information providers public sources and using internal systems and screening tools to verify the identity and beneficial ownership/control of customers identifying any higher risk factors and completing a full risk assessment on each customer.
Conducting screening of clients to identify any links to PEPs sanctions adverse media and financial crime or reputational risk
Communicate & collaborate effectively with customers of OakNorth and internal stakeholder to ensure we are delivering Customer Delight.
Manage customer expectations through effective communication skills whilst also ensure we are working at speed and maintaining Momentum
Operate in line with the Banks Risk Management framework and relevant risk and compliance policies and procedures ensuring appropriate and timely escalation of any concerns to their line manager.
Identify areas for improving processes to deliver improved efficiency in the AML CDD process
Carry out BAU / ad hoc administrative tasks.
Leverage GenAI tools to increase productivity and enhance decision-making processes within the role
Keep up to date with and develop a broad knowledge of upcoming changes in regulations internal policies and latest developments in financial crime learning
Requirements:
Essential to be educated to degree level in a relevant subject (i.e. law finance business studies) or relevant industry experience in an AML/CDD role
Desirable to be studying towards an AML qualification
Experience working in the financial service sector and experience of AML/KYC CDD/EDD
Awareness of financial service firms obligations in respect of financial crime prevention.
An understanding of and experience of working with different corporate structures across different jurisdictions
Proven experience in a CDD/AML role with strong practical knowledge of relevant AML and CDD regulatory requirements
Strong analytical skills and ability to work well under pressure
Self-motivated and results focused
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to analyse articulate and present complex issues clearly and concisely.
A team player with a positive supportive and engaged approach to change.
Excellent time management skills and able to prioritise workloads to meet agreed deadlines.
Ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels and represent OakNorth effectively.
Desire to go the extra mile to delight our customers.
Benefits & Perks:
Equity. We want people to have a stake in the business so that all our interests are aligned.
25 days holiday
Personalized benefits opt-in to what matters to you
Subsidised Private Medical Insurance with Bupa
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Wellbeing and social events
In-house Barista Bar in London office
Support causes that matter to you Volunteering time off
Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to work nursery gym electric car scheme)
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