IAM KYC Team Lead
About the job
We are expanding our AML presence at our Amsterdam office by establishing a team to support our Independent Asset Manager (IAM) segment. The IAM segment represents a highly attractive and strategic market for Saxo Bank in the Netherlands and Belgium.
As our new IAM Team Lead, you will play a pivotal role in our organization. You will be the primary point of contact for IAMs regarding all AML-related inquiries, ensuring that our high standards of compliance and client service are consistently met.
You will work closely with the local AML Quality NL team, both of which report into the global Financial Crime Prevention organization. As well as our Institutional organization locally and globally. The collaboration is vital for maintaining high standards and achieving our strategic goals.
Join us in this crucial role and be a part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of financial crime prevention and market expansion.
Responsibilities
- Setup the organization and recruit staff
- Lead, support, and coach a team of two – four KYC specialists
- Stakeholder management between various Saxo Bank departments and our partners
- Handling of Onboarding and ODD of IAM end-clients
- Ensure increasing partner and client experience in terms of KYC touch-points
- Train and scale KYC awareness with the IAM segment
- Take part in various internal projects and ensure continuous improvement on existing initiatives.
- Give input and seek new knowledge on how we continuously keep up to date with new ways of working.
- Ensure our IAM clients work with the give risk appetite of Saxo Bank
Requirements and skills
The ideal candidate should possess strong stakeholder management competences and have a proven track record within onboarding and ODD. A robust background in AML and KYC is essential, along with exposure to relevant regulatory standards. Excellent data collection and analysis skills are required, paired with a meticulous attention to detail. The candidate should also demonstrate project management capabilities and have a working knowledge of quality assurance tools, methods, and concepts.
Certifications such as CAMS/ACAMS, ICA, or similar are preferred. Experience with one of our customer segments—private, corporate, and/or institutional—is highly desirable. Fluency in both oral and written Dutch/Flemish and English is a must.
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