Our Team

In a market-leading function, the Asia Quality Control Associate manages the regulatory risks involved in onboarding clients with special attention to meeting the regulatory Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Client (KYC) requirements.

Key priorities: Drive team\'s performance to achieve high productivity and outstanding standards of quality in KYC reviews. The Associate is responsible for installing appropriate controls to monitor quality of KYC reviews and report deficiencies; bridging knowledge gaps and developing employees to advance in their role. This is a great opportunity for the right individuals to work in a fast paced dynamic team and to help identify and establish best practices within JP Morgan and the industry.

The role will focus on supporting the AML & KYC framework for the PB Asia client base and will require interacting with a wide range of Front Office employees (Bankers, Analysts and Client Service Specialists) as well as the Legal, Global Financial Crimes Compliance and Risk management functions.

Collaboration with AML/KYC colleagues globally to ensure that a sound Anti-Money Laundering monitoring framework is maintained may also be necessary.

Core Responsibilities (includes below but not limited to)

BUSINESS RESULTS

• Manage process risk and ensure quality is in line with standards and compliant to policy and regulatory requirements
• Manage through completion ad hoc KYC remediation projects, periodic client reviews, KYC updates and risk assessment
• Execute on internal initiatives as assigned, coordinate, execute and report initiative updates to Management
• Ensure procedures , guidelines are at all times in adherence to policies and effectively deliver to the target capability model
• Ensure Management Information Reports (MIS) are generated in a timely and accurate manner

CLIENT/ CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Cultivate an environment of strong team work and client focus
• Oversee the delivery of an excellent client onboarding experience by team members
• Partner with business to deliver on business objectives and client outcomes
• Meet with Business Managers and Client Onboarding Team Leads regularly to ensure on-boarding expectations are met

RISK AND CONTROLS

• Provides guidance to others on the line of business AML/ KYC policy and procedures
• Present solutions to enhance controls across the KYC review process
• Proactively review the control environment and take actions to address emerging control themes
• Ensure adherence to firmwide escalation protocols
• Lead preparedness for audits , exams and be the key person leading the discussions and file reviews
• Assist with defining milestones, executing and closing action/ project plans
• Ensure adherence to firm-wide Control policies
• Keeping up to date with changes in regulatory legislation, policies and procedures

TEAMWORK & LEADERSHIP

• Responsible for talent training, and development
• Model and drive team\'s creative problem solving and solid decision making skills
• Investigate, follow-up and resolve escalated on-boarding client issues and problems through effective collaboration with COB business partners, Business Managers, COB Team Leads and KYC composers

What are we looking for

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is enthusiastic and a keen interest in AML and related areas. The successful candidate will demonstrate good organizational skills, and will be able to deal with issues independently even when working under pressure with challenging deadlines. Given that the role will involve communicating with employees of varying levels, with diverse roles, the individual will need strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience in the financial industry; experience in KYC/ AML
• Proven experience in an AML and KYC function within a financial institution , with strong knowledge of regional regulatory requirements
• Strong and Proven Organizational Skills, including prioritization
• Strong risk and controls awareness
• Solid communication, time management and interpersonal skills; must be able to diffuse conflict diplomatically.
• Detail oriented Effective in a team setting but is also a self-starter and is able to operate with minimal oversight and committed to consistent quality
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership
• High energy and enthusiasm required to partner with multiple stakeholders
• Capacity to think laterally and convey an understanding of the big picture
• Ability to deal with highly confidential information in a professional manner
• Intermediate/ Advanced computer skills: MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint)
• Knowledge of project management
• Relevant AML Industry certifications would be a plus
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment where multitasking is the norm
• We\'re a global company whose primary business language is English and so fluency in written and spoken English is required

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world\'s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants\' and employees\' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.