Vice President - KYC

Mizuho Global Services India Pvt. Ltd.

Mizuho Global Services Pvt Ltd (MGS) is a subsidiary company of Mizuho Bank, Ltd, which is one of the largest banks or so called 'Mega Banks' of Japan. MGS was established in the year 2020 as part of Mizuho's long-term strategy of creating a captive global processing centre for remotely handling banking and IT related operations of Mizuho Bank's domestic and overseas offices and Mizuho's group companies across the globe.

At Mizuho we are committed to a culture that is driven by ethical values and supports diversity in all its forms for its talent pool. Direction of MGS's development is paved by its three key pillars, which are Mutual Respect, Discipline and Transparency, which are set as the baseline of every process and operation carried out at MGS.

What's in it for you?

Immense exposure and learning

Excellent career growth

Company of highly passionate leaders and mentors

Ability to build things from scratch

Position:- KYC Specialist

Job location:- Chennai

Job Overview:-

As a KYC Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory

requirements and internal policies by conducting thorough due diligence on new and

existing clients. Your role will involve collecting, verifying, and analysing customer

information to prevent financial crimes, such as money laundering, fraud, and terrorist

financing.

Role & Responsibilities:

1. Client Due Diligence (CDD):

Conduct comprehensive due diligence on new and existing clients to ensure compliance with

regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Collect, review, and analyse client documentation and information to verify the identity of clients

and assess the risk associated with them.

Ensure that all client information and documentation are accurate, complete, and up-to-date.

2. Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD):

Perform enhanced due diligence on high-risk clients, including conducting detailed research and

analysis.

Identify and assess the level of risk associated with clients based on their profile and transactional

behaviour.

3. Regulatory Compliance:

Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines related to KYC, AML (Anti-Money

Laundering), and CFT (Combating the Financing of Terrorism).

Implement and enforce KYC and AML policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory

requirements and industry best practices.

4. Risk Assessment:

Conduct risk assessments on clients and transactions to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Monitor client transactions and account activities for suspicious behaviour and escalate as

necessary.

5. Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and detailed records of all client information, due diligence activities, and

decisions made.

Prepare and submit reports to management and regulatory authorities as required.

6. Training and Awareness:

Provide training and guidance to staff on KYC and AML policies, procedures, and best practices.

Raise awareness among employees about the importance of KYC and AML compliance and the

role they play in mitigating risks.

Required Skills:

Certification in AML (e.g., CAMS, ACAMS) is highly preferred.

Proven experience as a KYC Specialist or similar role in the financial services industry.

In-depth knowledge of KYC, AML, and CFT regulations and best practices.

Strong analytical and investigative skills with a keen attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in using KYC/AML software and MS Office applications.

Certified AML specialist or any equivalent AML professional qualification.

Knowledge of and well versed with new regulations related to KYC (preferably for Asia-

pacific region)

Knowledge of Fenergo app preferred but not mandatory.

Demonstrated experience of Team handling and stakeholder management

Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.

Experience: 15 years KYC and AML process checks or equivalent Regulatory project.

5+ years of Risk and Compliance would be a plus

Address:

Mizuho Global Services India Private Limited,8th floor, Campus 5, RMZ Millenia

Business Park 2, No.143, Dr. MGR Road, Perungudi village, Kandanchavadi, Sholinganallur

Taluk, Chennai-600096, Tamil Nadu.