AML/KYC Process Development and Governance Expert

SEB is a leading Nordic financial services group headquartered in Sweden and with presence in 20 countries worldwide.

At SEB, we recognise that the world of finance is evolving at an extraordinary speed. That's why we're committed to driving towards a more sustainable future for everyone — people, businesses, and society.

Our newest division, Wealth & Asset Management, has an extensive growth agenda during the coming years. One of the major initiatives to support this expansion was to establish an AML/KYC Center within the Polish site/branch of SEB AB. The AML/KYC Center is intended to support Wealth and Asset Management business units in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway and Luxembourg. Our ambitions for the new AML/KYC Center are high; beyond regulatory compliance and process efficiency, we are building a center of excellence and creating a world-class customer experience.

Join our growing team in Warsaw within AML/KYC Center and be a integral part of our build up!

Currently we are looking for a:

AML/KYC Process Development and Governance Expert

In the role of AML/KYC Process Development & Governance Expert you would contribute by taking active part from idea to implementation of processes, products, services, tools and systems relating to AML/KYC within Wealth and Asset Management at SEB. The successful candidate in this role would work closely with Compliance, Risk & Regulatory as well as, Business Development team to ensure successful development and implementation of procedures and control oversight to meet regulatory obligations. Demonstrating, the ability to consistently exercise discretion, independent judgment and decision-making.

Set up the process flow, manage changes within the process and ensure that the updates are implemented according to the time plan.

Partner with Compliance, Risk & Regulatory as well as Business Development team to implement new and updated procedures.

Participate and contribute to division’s strategic initiatives as well as various improvement activities.

Interact with the teams across different regions to increase efficiency, reduce operational risks and deliver value.

Analyze the impact of planned changes on existing and new processes, products, tools or services design implementation strategy, desired future state and support driving the change.

Capture, document and ensure proper translation of business needs into requirements for processes, products, services, tools or systems.

Act as a dedicated point of contact for teams working with KYC related tasks and provide guidance throughout the KYC process.

Thoroughly understand the client´s operations and regulatory needs in relation to SEB.

Oversee aspects of policy implementation, quality assurance and audit facilitation.

Collaborate with the line teams to ensure sound and consistent practices across the division.

Review and analyze data.

Ability to comprehend extensive and complex regulations and rule sets, with the capacity to use them as needed within the tasks assigned.

Previous experience in writing policies and procedures.

Critical thinking / ability to suggest improvements.

Risk aware mindset / Understanding different types of risks (e.g., operational, transactional, reputational).

Ability to self-direct, analyze, evaluate and form independent judgments.

Ability to work in a dynamic environment and respond to tight deadlines and changing requirements.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (non-verbal and verbal).

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal English language skills.

Resourcefulness, strong judgment and problem-solving skills.

Experience with project management.

Create value and Act Long Term.

Team Player.

Build positive relationships.

Positive attitude and strong work ethic.