Team Lead - International Banking (AML KYC) Immediate joiners

Role & responsibilities

• Team Leadership & People Management:

  Lead, motivate, and mentor a team of AML/KYC analysts; conduct performance reviews; manage workloads and scheduling; foster a culture of compliance and continuous learning.

• Operational Management:

  Oversee daily operations, including client onboarding and periodic reviews, ensuring all tasks are completed within established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Case Management & Expertise:

  Serve as an escalation point for complex, high-risk cases and provide guidance on decision-making. This includes expert knowledge of customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring.

• Policy & Procedure Implementation:

  Implement and maintain robust Quality Assurance (QA) frameworks, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete. Identify process bottlenecks and propose improvements for increased efficiency.

• Stakeholder Communication:

  Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Compliance, Legal, Sales, Relationship Managers) and potentially external parties (clients, auditors) to resolve issues and align on strategies.

• Regulatory Compliance:

  Stay current on all relevant AML/KYC laws and regulations (e.g., USA PATRIOT Act, FATF recommendations) and ensure the team's practices are up-to-date.

• Reporting:

  Prepare reports and metrics on team performance, compliance status, and improvement areas for leadership and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience:

  Typically 3-5+ years of experience in AML, KYC, financial crime, or compliance roles, with prior experience leading a small to medium-sized team.

• Knowledge:

  In-depth understanding of the regulatory framework surrounding AML/KYC and related processes (CDD, EDD, sanctions, PEPs, adverse media screening).

• Certifications:

  Relevant certifications like a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or ICA (International Compliance Association) qualifications are often preferred.

• Technical Skills:

  Proficiency with relevant FCRM (Financial Crime Risk Management) software, case management systems, and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL).

• Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proactive mindset with an aptitude for continuous improvement

Preferred candidate profile

• Immediate joiners only
• Mandatory experience into International banking
• Flexible to work in shifts

Drop your CV - Swathi.swathi5@teleperformancedibs.com

Contact - Swathi (9940351721)