Private Bank Client Lifecycle Management (KYC) Specialist, AVP

About the role

Deutsche Bank's Private Bank is looking for an AVP-level Client Lifecycle Management (KYC) specialist. The role advises the Front Office on SoW, AML, KYC and legal documentation, supports Client Advisors from prospecting to account funding, liaises with the Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) team and helps streamline account opening and periodic reviews. It also supports the ongoing SoW uplift exercise to remediate existing accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Advise the Front Office and Client Advisors on AML/KYC and documentation matters, including complex account structures
• Check the quality, completeness and correctness of client files and KYC forms
• Set up case management teams (RM, CLM, AFC, DCRO, COO etc.) depending on case complexity
• Collect documents directly from clients when requested, update KYC questionnaires and request pre-screening of names
• Monitor, track and escalate cases, and share weekly metrics with the Relationship Manager or Market Head
• Lead the streamlining of account opening and KYC review processes, and advise on legal documents during onboarding and periodic reviews
• Take part in client meetings, partner with AFC and other departments on approvals, investigations, transaction monitoring and sanctions screening
• Ensure quality and timeliness of SoW/KYC submissions

Required profile

• Degree in Banking, Accountancy or Business Administration
• At least 5 years of banking or financial industry experience for AVP level, preferably in Wealth Management and Private Bank
• Knowledge of Source of Wealth, Know Your Customer and AML regulations and operations
• CAMS AML certification preferred
• Fluency in English and Cantonese

Required skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and process and project management skills
• Customer relationship, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to leverage AI tools to improve productivity and workflows

What we offer

• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 20 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Life assurance and private healthcare for you and your family
• Retail discounts, gym benefits and wellbeing incentives
• CSR volunteering leave days
• Flexible working, coaching, training and development