Job highlights

- Japanese language certification N1/ N2 level (advanced fluency,preferred and required for specialized Japanese read,write,translation and interpretation) from recognised Indian institution
- Proven track record with more than 5-7 years of experience in private/ corporate onboarding,ongoing due diligence,or a similar KYC role within financial services
- Good team player

Job Summary Location - Gurugram (On-site)

Conduct ongoing due diligence for private/ corporate Japan clients, including analysis of source of wealth/funds, review of transactions (domestic and cross-border), sanctions exposure, identification of PEPs/RCAs and their risk assessment, verification of KYC documentation, identification of KYC/AML risks, navigate complex corporate ownership and control structures recommending escalations where appropriate, and aligning procedures with Japan and global regulatory requirements while maintaining high-quality standards.

We are looking for an experienced senior associate to join our KYC Team in India. The ideal candidate will bring solid private/ corporate onboarding and ongoing due diligence experience, with the ability to assess and navigate source of wealth/funds, review of transactions (domestic and cross-border), sanctions exposure, identification of PEPs/RCAs and their risk assessment, verification of KYC documentation, identification of KYC/AML risks, navigate complex corporate ownership and control structures. Reporting to the local team lead and liaising with our India team, this role will focus on Japan clients.

Responsibilities

- Performs ongoing due diligence task assigned.




- Work as a member of the KYC Team to ensure that private client applications/ clients are reviewed and processed efficiently, with appropriate handling of Very high/ high/ medium/ low risk clients.
- Analyse complex documentation, identify ongoing due diligence issues, and recommend practical solutions or escalation where appropriate.
- Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements, internal policies and business developments relevant to private Japan client and act as a KYC and AML subject matter expert.
- Identify potential improvements to Team s process flows and procedures.
- Assist in creating, maintaining and aligning work-related work instructions and procedures within Saxo Group.
- Other ad-hoc tasks assigned

Your Profile

- Japanese language certification N1/ N2 level (advanced fluency, preferred and required for specialized Japanese read, write, translation and interpretation) from recognised Indian institution.
- Proven track record with more than 5-7 years of experience in private/ corporate onboarding, ongoing due diligence, or a similar KYC role within financial services.
- Strong KYC, CDD and ongoing due diligence background, with demonstrated ability to assess private/ corporate cases independently.
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards.
- Excellent data collection and analysis skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good team player.
- Ability to work independently and deliver within tight deadlines.
- Preferably have certifications such as CAMS/ ACAMS or similar.

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📌 Sr Associate Japan KYC (Gurugram)
🏢 Saxo
📍 Gurugram