KYC On-boarding Officer (M/F/X)

Ready to drive the digital transition of a leading financial institution?

Our Partner: For one of our clients, a prestigious financial institution based in Luxembourg-Kirchberg, we are actively seeking a KYC On-boarding Officer. Integrated into a stimulating, international environment, you will play a key role in the operational stabilization and adoption phase following the deployment of a brand-new core system (OMEGA).

Your Responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the Central Front Office Services / KYC Unit, your role will be to manage the temporary increase in workload resulting from the transfer of tasks to the First Line of Defence. Your main missions are structured around 4 key pillars:

• On-boarding & Due Diligence: Execute counterparty onboarding activities exclusively via the new OMEGA system, performing new First Line of Defence tasks and structured four-eyes checks.

• Risk Analysis & Screening: Process, analyze, and follow up on additional screening hits generated by integrity screening tools.

• Internal Support & Training: Assist Investment Managers and Counterparty Responsible Officers with the practical use of the new tool, clarifying system workflows and required inputs.

• Project Support & Escalation: Contribute to clearing implementation-related backlogs during the transition period and escalate system constraints to the Project Team.

Your Profile:

Technical Skills (Hard Skills):

• Experience: You have 3 to 6 years of relevant professional experience in an AML/KYC role within the banking or financial sector.

• Education: You hold a university degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Law, Finance, Business, or Economics.

• Languages: You have an excellent command of English (written and verbal). Knowledge of any other EU language is considered an advantage.

• IT Literacy: Strong IT literacy is required. Previous experience with compliance databases such as LSEG Refinitiv WorldCheck, Dow Jones, or the eFront software is a major asset.

Personal Attributes (Soft Skills):

• Exceptionally analytical with outstanding attention to detail.

• Client-focused, solutions-oriented, and a natural team player with excellent interpersonal skills to guide internal users through change.

What’s in it for you? (Offer & Benefits):

• Contract Type: A temporary contract (Intérim) for an initial duration of 2 months, with strong possibilities of renewal.

• Work Environment: Modern offices located in the heart of the prime financial district of Kirchberg, highly accessible by public transport (Tram).

• Opportunity: A rewarding challenge where you can showcase your expertise in regulatory compliance while gaining valuable hands-on experience in large-scale system post-implementation.