Wise

Finance / FinServ

SMAAnalyst-KYCOperations

€2–3k tallinn, harjumaa, estonia FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“SMA Analyst - KYC Operations at Wise. Skills: KYC Operations, enhanced due diligence, AML High Risk, Financial Crime compliance. Review and assess high risk customer reports to provide analysis and approval as per the set policies and procedures.. Review customer transaction history and provide insights into customer behaviour patterns that may indicate risks.”

What You'll Achieve.

Perform your tasks and responsibilities within the expected key performance indicators set by the leadership team.

Industry & Context.

Finance / FinServ
Problems you'll solve

analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

Flexible to work in shifts., Two weekend shifts per month, Three 12:00–20:00 evening shifts per month, Three 14:00–22:00 evening shifts per month, The remaining shifts are typically 09:00–17:00, These shift requirements are mandatory and may change based on team and business needs., Candidates must already have full, unrestricted right to work in Estonia.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

minimum of 1 year working experience in EDD, AML or a similar Financial Crime compliance role, or a comparable role at another company, good understanding of the regulatory framework surrounding customer verification, good understanding of AML/CFT Regulations, Ability to take decisions and apply risk-based approach at your work, Ability to work autonomously within a limited variety of well-defined procedures and practices, familiarity with reading legal and regulatory documents

Nice to Have

additional language skills are a plus, ICA, CAMS, or equivalent certification (EDD/AML focused)

What You'll Do.

Review and assess high risk customer reports to provide analysis and approval as per the set policies and procedures., Review customer transaction history and provide insights into customer behaviour patterns that may indicate risks., Conduct periodic reviews and analyse changes in customers history and account usage., Exercise discretion in setting priorities, identifying customer records that require further review and taking action to obtain and follow-up on the information and/or documentation requested., Ensure that information and documentation provided by customers meet our risk appetite for onboarding and maintaining High Risk customers., Conduct in depth analysis, using provided documentation or external sources (e.

websites and company registries) ensuring that only customers within risk appetite are onboarded., Perform searches utilising Internet sources and/or third-party vendors to obtain information on prospects and new/existing customers., Communicate with other internal teams when required to handle escalated or complicated cases., Provide guidance and responses to daily inquiries from peers, front-line and management regarding high risk approval matters and case analysis, when appropriate., Maintain high understanding of AML/CFT Regulations and how these impact the business, as well as Wise products and, When warranted, be capable of drafting SAR narratives to report activity deemed unusual., Taking part in and leading projects related to SMA Team processes and guidelines., Assist in identifying improvement opportunities and contribute to policy updates, training materials, and standard operating procedures., Draft reports to internal and external stakeholders, periodically and when requested., Have a deep understanding of different business models, customer types, country risks and regulatory requirements across multiple, Support Wise in internal and external audits and regulatory process related queries reviews., Mentor, and support Senior Management Approval Analyst, by providing training and coaching to enhance team capabilities., Effective communication with customers by the relevant communication channels that Wise operates with (e.

phone, email, and chat)., Perform your tasks and responsibilities within the expected key performance indicators set by the leadership team., Tasks that are related to the position and are assigned to you by your lead., Participating in meetings, training, internal and external events.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Communicate with other internal teams when required to handle escalated or complicated cases.; Provide guidance and responses to daily inquiries from peers, front-line and management regarding high risk approval matters and case analysis, when appropriate.; Mentor, and support Senior Management Approval Analyst, by providing training and coaching to enhance team capabilities.

Communication Scope

Excellent verbal and written English skills; ability to clearly articulate your thoughts; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Process & Methodology

Taking part in and leading projects related to SMA Team processes and guidelines., Assist in identifying improvement opportunities and contribute to policy updates, training materials, and standard operating procedures.

Full Job Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere. More about [our mission](https://wise.jobs/our-mission) and [what we offer](https://wise.jobs/what-we-offer). Wise is looking for a KYC Operations Senior Analyst to join the Tallinn Senior Management Approval team. You will play a critical role in ensuring that Wise adheres to regulatory and compliance requirements. You will be responsible for conducting enhanced due diligence, analysing customer activities, behaviour patterns, and ensuring that our KYC records are kept up to date according to our internal standards. You will be responsible for assessing and approving onboarding customers in AML High Risk state and customers with touch points with High Risk 3rd Countries and Low Tax Jurisdictions according to regulatory standards. As a KYC Operations Senior Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting a financial crime program that is driven by Wise's mission for money without borders, transparency, and protecting customers. We are looking for someone with experience in enhanced due diligence, an excitement and desire to learn and grow with this new team, and strong organisational and communication skills. Job Responsibilities * Review and assess high risk customer reports to provide analysis and approval as per the set policies and procedures. * Review customer transaction history and provide insights into customer behaviour patterns that may indicate risks. Conduct periodic reviews and analyse changes in customers history and account usage. * Exercise discretion in setting priorities, identifying customer records t

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