Are you ready to start your career in a rapidly progressing company with service at the heart of everything we do? Then you’ve come to the right place.

We are GC Partners and we are a specialist financial exchange company. We help Private and Corporate clients move their money at the best rate, using our 20 years of experience, our bespoke technology and dedication to customer service. We have 6 offices around the globe including Hong Kong and Dubai, with further expansion in the future.

If you have a collaborative and adaptable work ethic, a drive for success and are looking for your next opportunity then we would like to hear from you.

Job Purpose

We are seeking candidates who can instil confidence among their peers and stakeholders. Effective communication is essential; our team members must be skilled communicators to provide an exceptional client experience.

Our team are experts in their field and know what good looks like, bringing in their past experiences and working collaboratively and creative solutions to complex problems to optimise efficiency and automate manual processes.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Preparation and submission of due diligence information for new client onboarding of both retail, corporate and white-label clients.
  • Review and verify customer identities by analysing documentation (e.g., IDs, passports) in compliance with regulatory standards and the firms policy.
  • Perform due diligence checks to assess customer risk profiles Conduct enhanced checks for high-risk customers, such as politically exposed persons (PEPs) or those from high-risk jurisdictions.
  • Gather, organise, and analyse customer information from internal and external sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Analyse clients transactions to identify suspicious activities and potential AML or financial crime risks.
  • Evaluate customer risk levels based on various factors such as geographical location, business nature, and transaction history.
  • Assist in internal and external audits by providing detailed KYC files and supporting documentation when needed.
  • Ensure all processes align with the company’s AML, KYC, and compliance policies, identifying any areas for enhancement.
  • Identify and suggest improvements to the KYC process, focusing on efficiency and accuracy.
  • Liaise with internal teams to clarify KYC requirements or obtain missing documentation.
  • Stay up-to-date with evolving regulatory standards and industry best practices related to KYC and AML.

As a dynamic fintech business, you may be required to support in other aspects of the wider compliance framework to meet business demands, this includes but is not limited to:  

  • Performing reviews of event-driven reviews in alignment with client profiles and expected behaviours. 
  • Reviewing internal reports of suspicious activity and providing recommendations on next steps. 
  • Responded to External Requests for Information from Banking Partners with relevant transactional or KYC information as requested. 
  • Processing requests in accordance with data protection laws and fulfilling such requests within a timely manner. 
  • Reviewing financial promotions for adherence to the financial promotions rules set for by the Financial Conduct Authority. 

Qualification & Experience

  • A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience within an FCA-regulated financial institution.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Expert attention to detail.
  • Excellent command of both written and spoken English.
  • Experience in both corporate and retail KYC.
  • Strong understanding of obligations under the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (as amended).
  • A minimum of 1 year experience in undertaking name screening for PEPs, Sanctions and Adverse Media, either as part of KYC or standalone.
  • Experience in undertaking KYC on clients in high-risk jurisdictions and sectors

Nice to have:

  • 1-2 years’ experience in an Authorised Payments Institution or Electronic Money Institution.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in a Money Service Business (MSB) offering Money Remittance and Foreign Exchange.
  • Understanding of the National Risk Assessment.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the unique risks posed to MSBs from a money laundering perspective.

Benefits of working at GC Partners

  • Workplace pension – employer contributions
  • 25 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays
  • Employee assistance programme
  • A truly global business with opportunities for growth
  • Plus additional benefits

Equal Opportunities

At GC Partners, we value diversity and inclusivity. We believe in celebrating our differences, no matter what that looks like. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and each applicant is given fair consideration throughout the recruitment process.

If you’re interested in joining the GC team, please apply below.

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Please be aware that due to the volume of applicants, we may not be able to respond to all applications.

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