Due Diligence SME Officer

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal’s Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

The position at a glance

The Client Engagement and Protection organization is tasked with delivering client centric service in compliance with internal and regulatory frameworks. As part of a comprehensive action plan to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing activities (anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing), The Senior Analyst – E2E  ensures that all Customer Information Forms (Know Your Customer, KYC) are completed for both existing and new customers. The Senior Analyst – E2E will a key contact for the creation and validation of documentation lists, limiting back and forth communication and improving coordination between teams to ensure an efficient client-centric approach. This includes a risk assessment that requires careful analysis of the client’s documents, which are managed through a central repository of KYC forms.

The incumbent coordinates with their team of analysts and will be expected to be a key trainer and decision maker in the recertification.

In detail

• Act as SME and Facilitate onboarding and Recertification process and Post trade follow up
• Assist in weekly production meetings as presenter
• On-board, train, and help manage performance and development of staff
• Create the documentation checklist required in the process, ensuring that all data, document and information collected as part of the Due Diligence process are compliant and reliable to determine the final risk level of the client relationship
• Assign case to Data Officer and send documentation checklist to both E2E Coordinator and Data Officer.
• Validate collected documents ensuring that the level of due diligence performed is in accordance with the final risk level of the client relationship
• Organizing the Client Acceptance Committee (CAC) as appropriate
• Facilitate Global coordination and collaboration with various stakeholders for passport and reliance
• Review the existing indicators on a regular basis and suggest new ones when required
• Delivering solutions in remediation processes regarding KYC demands/controls/global reports (PCA Controls)
• Facilitate Global coordination and collaboration with various stakeholders for passport and reliance

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

TRAINING AND OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE

• University Degree in Finance or Business Administration or equivalent
• Almost 2 years experience in the Finance industry with exposure to KYC

ESSENTIAL SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of banking products and legal documentation in the banking sector
• In-depth knowledge of client information policies and requirements (KYC)
• Excellent understanding of compliance rules in the banking sector
• Good understanding of the structure of legal persons to be able to determine who are the real beneficiaries of a legal entity
• Ability to propose improvements and enhance the services offered to the clients.
• Delegating skills
• Strong appetite for team management, ability to motivate.
• Ability to build and maintain high collaborative work environment
• Active listening, Excellent communication skills with internal and external clients
• Strong Microsoft Office skills a plus
• Spanish a plus

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Respect and value each team member’s contribution
• Act with integrity, accepting responsibility for actions
• Proactive attitude
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Rigorous and vigilant
• Ability to manage stress, organization and prioritization skills.
• Team management skills
• Liaise with other Operation functions and other infrastructure groups to support a ‘one team approach’
• Achieve a sensible work/life balance

Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of French and English is required.

What’s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What you need to know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, you can contact accessibility@us.bnpparibas.com
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
• Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
• Women in Governance  – Parity certified –  Platinum certification
• Pride at Work Canada
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
• Synclusiv
• Ready, Willing and Able
• Autisme sans Limites
• LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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