Client AML Onboarding Manager

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Manager - Investor AML Services

Role Location: Malta

Department: AML Team

Employment Type: Full-time

The Role & Key Responsibilities:

Apex Fund Services (Malta) Limited is looking for a senior officer to join the Malta Office in the role of Investor AML Manager.

The AML Manager will be responsible to:

• Adhere to the relevant AML/KYC standards applied by Apex on behalf of their customers while all regulatory, compliance, risk management and due diligence controls of Apex are respected;

• Be the contact person for clients and Investors for operational issues and support during the investor account opening and ongoing review process;

• Take ownership of rather complex cases and / or analyses, consulting with senior management and MLRO where necessary;

• Use appropriate tact and diplomacy when exchanging complex or sensitive information with internal or external stakeholders, when communicating with clients and colleagues;

• Review investor AML/KYC documentation and ensure that documentation is verified in a timely manner, and that follow ups are sent to investors on missing or original documentation;

• Diligently verify investor on-boarding/Ongoing monitoring/trigger events in line with the applicable procedures and in a timely manner;

• Screen and verify investor names against sanction lists / blacklists and adverse media;

• Review and monitor on a daily basis any violations raised on the investor screening system and escalate as necessary to senior members;

• Handle Internal / external KPI reporting, including collating Investor related data for the MLRO Reports and AMLCO (Quarterly);

• Prepare and participate in Client onsite visits;

• Assist with data extraction for BRA’s and REQ’s;

• Assist with internal / external audits, as required;

• Liaise with management on any AML/KYC issues and manage appropriately;

• Manage the day to day of the Investor AML officers and act as an escalation point for junior staff.

Skills Required:

Candidates should:

• Be in possession of a University Degree (MQF Level 6) and, ideally having a qualification in Prevention of Money Laundering and Combatting Terrorist Financing or related subjects coupled with a sound knowledge of EU AML Directives and related international standards;

• Have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a specialist in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combatting Terrorist Financing (CFT), preference will be given to candidates with experience within the Fund industry;

• Be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines whilst keeping an eye on detail;

• Strong problem-solving skills;

• An ability to develop effective working relationships with different stakeholders;

• Enthusiasm, with a positive and proactive approach to work;

• possess good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;

• possess good organisational skills and be capable of working in a team;

• Have excellent analytical and time management skills.

What you will get in return:

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business,

• Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working directly with senior management.

Additional information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.

We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.

For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please visit https://theapexgroup.com/csr-policy/

If you are looking to take that next step in your career and are ready to work for a high performing organisation, alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, please submit your application (with your CV, cover letter and salary’s expectations) to our dedicated email address: [email protected]

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.