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Accounts Opening Administrator (AML Focused) – 6 Month Maternity Contract (Prescient Fund Services)

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Team Leader: Account Openings

Location

Westlake, Tokai

Business Unit

Prescient Fund Services
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This role will also play a key role in expanding the Account Openings team’s AML capability. The successful candidate will assist in establishing clear processes for handling AML related requests received from external partie, helping to build sustainable capacity as the business continues to grow.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage and support account opening and client onboarding processes.
  • Review and complete account opening documentation in line with internal procedures
  • Conduct AML / KYC checks in accordance with regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Apply knowledge of fund structures and legal documentation as part of onboarding processes.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders, including AML, Legal, Operations, and Implementation teams.
  • Track progress of account openings and ensure timely resolution of outstanding queries.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation within relevant systems.
  • Support broader team activities to ensure adequate coverage during the maternity period.
  • Contribute to the design, documentation, and embedding of AML processes for handling external AML requests.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • 2–3 years’ experience in account openings, AML, client onboarding, or a related financial services role.
  • Practical working knowledge of AML and KYC regulations.
  • Understanding of fund structures and associated legal frameworks.
  • Experience within investment management, asset management, or financial services environments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Relevant tertiary qualification (Finance, Law, Commerce, Accounting, or similar preferred).

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Analytical and structured approach to work.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Clear and professional communication skills.
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • High level of integrity and accountability.

WHY THIS ROLE?

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a specialist onboarding function while gaining exposure to AML related processes within an Account Openings environment. The position plays a key role in supporting the team’s immediate delivery needs while enabling longer term capability development within the function.

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