Client Acceptance – Senior Risk Analyst

Job Description Main purpose of the job The successful candidate will provide support to the team in delivery of standardised aspects of services to internal business especially on Client Acceptance and Continuance.
What you will do        Processing Client Acceptance and Continuance which include "Know Your Client" (KYC); "Anti-Corruption and Anti-Money Laundering" (AC/AML) checks.
Ensuring that all client acceptance and continuance checks; are completed accurately.
meet the requirements in respect of layout and neatness.
have sufficient, relevant and reliable information to be able to conclude on.
Ensuring that all relevant correspondence is attached to cases.
Maintaining regular communication with management and escalating cases when problem areas are identified, and keeping management updated.
Assisting with any ad-hoc matters relating to the client acceptance and continuance process.
Qualifications A Bachelors' Degree from a recognized university.
3-4 years' experience within the function/area or similar.
Basic understanding of "Know Your Client ("KYC") and Anti-Corruption/ Anti-Money Laundering risk aspects.
Good Knowledge of Company Structures.
Working experience in a role with exposure to risk management / due diligence.
Some knowledge of the regulatory bodies (IFAC/SEC/PCAOB etc.)
Computer literacy-Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Word.
Behavioural competencies Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Good time management skills.
Good interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Focus on quality and risk.
Desire to develop self.
Client delivery focus.
Adaptable.
Problem solving ability.
Basic business acumen.
Critical and logical thinker with an analytical approach in evaluating different business scenarios/outcomes and resolve issues.
Must be a self-starter and be able to work with minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and excellent data entry skills.
Excellent verbal and written business communication skills.
Willingness to interface with senior management and staff locally and globally.
Good sense of urgency/prioritization and know when to seek guidance.
Reliable and punctual.
Team player, able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Accountable.
Technical Competencies Basic technical knowledge in specific functional area.
Basic financial knowledge.
Basic research skills.
Basic analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
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Strategic direction - Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities.
Talent development - Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador.
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We offer opportunities to help build world-class skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world.
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Closing date: Wednesday, 26 March 2025 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not ask individuals to pay any fees or money as part of the recruitment process.
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Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive.
 Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.
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