KYC Associate 12 Months Fixed Term Contract
Job Summary
Line of Service
Internal Firm ServicesIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management Level
AssociateJob Description & Summary
About UsWith offices in 152 countries and nearly 328000 professionals we are one of the worlds leading professional services networks helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years we have contributed to the Middle Easts transformation journey partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today more than 12000 of us across Bahrain Egypt Iraq Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Libya Oman Palestine Qatar Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the regions future.
Line of Service Overview
Internal Firm Services (IFS) is the trusted foundation of PwC delivering innovative managed services and operational capabilities that enable our clients evolving needs. A career in IFS offers diverse opportunities across Human Capital Finance Technology Clients & Markets Marketing & Communications Risk & Quality Partner Development Office Management and Managed Services. We dont just support the businesswe shape it driving strategies and initiatives that power growth and transformation across PwC Middle East.
Business Unit Overview
Risk & Quality at PwC Middle East safeguards our reputation and ensures we deliver with integrity and excellence. This team embeds robust risk management and compliance frameworks drives quality assurance and leverages data-driven insights to anticipate challenges and maintain the highest professional standards. By enabling resilience and trust Risk & Quality plays a pivotal role in shaping strategies that power sustainable growth across the firm.
HowYoullContribute
The Jordan KYC Centre of Excellence has been established to achieve compliance with PwCs global minimum KYC requirements across the Middle East region using the best skilled people and market leading technology to safeguard our firm and clients. We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who are keen to build a career in client onboarding and compliance area.
As a KYC Analystyoull work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Perform client Know Your Client (KYC) reviews ensuring that they meet the quality and productivity standards expected of them based on the requirements of the Centre of Excellence.
- Analysts play a crucial role in delivering our engagements on time and to the quality standards expected by the Firm and regulators.
- Achieve high quality and productivity and perform stretch roles suited to their career pathway.
- Proactively manage your own work allocation and meet daily monthly productivity and quality targets by seeking clear guidance instruction or coaching to help fulfil your role.
- Update metrics trackers accurately and in a timely manner including client and relevant work flow systems.
- Proactively build relationships with all team members within PwC including engagement with client teams as well as other risk & quality teams.
- Carry out pre engagement compliance tasks associated with client and project onboarding.
- Communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing with a range of key stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively to drive ideas/solutions with peers Team Leaders and managers which will improve Client and PwCs efficiency process.
- Be able to implement and adapt to new or changing processes quickly.
WhatYoullBring
Applicants should have some or all of these skills and experience:
- Knowledge of regulatory developments driving the industry and key issues affecting regulated firms.
- Strong knowledge of various company structures.
- Responsibility towards others (training performance workload/productivity development).
- A high level of attention to detail and experience with following strict processes and requirements.
- Experience with quality and/or control testing or audits.
- Experience within the financial services sector.
- One year of experience in KYC AML or compliance roles is preferred.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as Risk Management Finance Business Administration or industrial engineer.
HowYoullMake a Difference
At PwC Midde East we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours ofThe PwC Professionalframework helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level.
WhyYoullLoveWorking at PwC
At PwC Middle East youll find more than just a job - youll build a meaningful career supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay comprehensive benefits and programs that promote well-being balance and personal growth. Youll have access to continuous learning digital upskilling and a collaborative environment that values innovation mentorship and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents You can grow exponentially here. Discover more aboutLife at PwC Middle East.
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Travel Requirements
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NoGovernment Clearance Required
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About Company
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