What are the responsibilities and job description for the Onboarding Specialist/KYC Specialist position at Coface USA?
WHO WE ARE
A modern and agile company with a broad international network, Coface is a leader in trade credit insurance, risk management, and business information services. With over 70 years of experience as an industry leader, and a team of 4,100 experts in 100 countries, serving nearly 50,000 companies worldwide, Coface experts work to the beat of the global economy. Our ambition is to become the most agile, global trade credit insurance & information partner in the industry. We believe in business as a force for good in the world.
We support our clients everywhere they operate, protecting and helping them make the credit decisions necessary to strengthen their ability to sell in their domestic and export markets. Sharing a passion for trade, we want to collaborate with our clients to build growing, dynamic, and successful businesses. This is our purpose.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Onboarding Specialist/KYC Specialist Temp to support the onboarding process for our broker clientele, with a specific focus on Customer Due Diligence (CDD) . This role is critical in managing the increased workload associated with our upcoming rollout and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage onboarding activities for new broker clients, ensuring all CDD requirements are met.
- Conduct thorough reviews of client documentation in accordance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
- Collaborate with internal compliance and legal teams to resolve any discrepancies or issues during onboarding.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure timely updates to client profiles.
- Identify process improvements and contribute to the development of onboarding best practices.
- Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders regarding AML/KYC requirements.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in AML, KYC, and CDD processes, preferably within a financial services or brokerage environment.
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- Proficiency in onboarding systems and tools is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
- Certification in AML/KYC compliance (e.g., CAMS) is highly desirable.
- Experience working with broker-dealer clients or similar financial institutions.