Are you a problem solver with strong communication skills, eager to excel in a client-facing environment? As a Global Banking Onboarding Specialist, you’ll play a hands-on role in strengthening our U.S. growth strategy by directly engaging with clients, their counsel, and internal stakeholders to collect and analyze client KYC information. In this role, you’ll build relationships, ensure compliance with AML/KYC requirements, and facilitate a seamless onboarding journey to support the Global Banking business – an integral part our Investment Bank. Your ability to foster collaboration and drive efficient onboarding will directly contribute to our expanding global footprint, offering you unparalleled exposure to investment banking, client relationship management, and AML/KYC compliance.

Responsibilities:
• Liaise with internal personnel on the application of KYC policy
• Understanding of the 5 pillars of an AML program
• Maintaining knowledge of appropriate BSA and OFAC laws and regulations with a view to review / challenge internal teams where required
• Liaise with internal teams to discuss UBS KYC/AML requirements, policy and document client information
• Interact with clients and internal teams to obtain KYC and other compliance information and documentation;
• Liaise with internal teams to ascertain information on the purpose of client accounts, transaction volumes etc.;
• Review incoming documents for clients according to UBS KYC /Anti-Money Laundering Program (AML) policies
• Retain records of all information relied upon to complete KYC
• Perform basic, additional and enhanced due diligence KYC reviews for new and existing customers
• Escalate any unusual activity / transaction activity changes to compliance and the business
• Review and evaluate recent negative news related to clients;
• Ensure UBS has a clear understanding of the clients KYC risks
• Understanding of how risk factors impact client risk rating
• Understanding on how sanctions, ABC, terrorist financing impact the risk profile of the client
• Act as a subject matter expert in the execution and implementation of KYC rules and polices
• Understanding of how an Investment Bank works
• Understanding of Investment Bank products and services
• Escalate issues to management as appropriate
• Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance to UBS firm policy
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and services
• Understanding impact of technology and how it can aid in improving quality of a process

Detailed salary information:
• New York: the salary range for this role is $76250 to $88750
The expected salary range(s) for this role as of the date of this posting is/are based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. This role may also be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. For benefits information, please visit ubs.com/usbenefits.

Job Reference #

324540BR

City

New York

Job Type

Full Time

Your team

You’ll be working with the Global Banking Onboarding KYC team. The team is front office/client-facing and you will be responsible for coordinating with clients for KYC documentation collection, analysis, and reviews to ensure the firm's ongoing compliance with AML policy.
This role also gives you the opportunity to build relationships with the client on-boarding team and UBS salespersons, covering both domestic and international client accounts. We operate as part of a cross-product team and help to support all functions in their timely execution of responsibilities. To be successful in this role you will need to be quick to learn the business, keen to develop new skills and have an enthusiastic and positive attitude. Good project management, communication, team skills are key.

Your expertise

4 year degree
• Ability to analyze client information and documentation to facilitate account opening
• Organizational skills, detailed oriented, motivated, and ability to work independently
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Work well under pressure and ability to handle deadlines
• Time management skills and ability multitask
• PC proficient (MS Office) and extensive knowledge in online research
• Dedicated team player with a can-do attitude
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Attention to detail with strong follow-up and good judgment

*LI-UBS

About us

UBS is the world’s largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.

We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.

Salary information

US Only: The expected salary range for this role is $76250 to $88750 based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. Please see «Your role» section for detailed salary information.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.

We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.