Who are we looking for?

The AML/KYC Officer serves as the primary AML/KYC point of contact for the business and is expected to be fully conversant with all operational processes, policies, and procedures relating to AML and KYC. The AML/KYC Officer will work as part of a team with ongoing responsibility for the First Line of Defense for the SSGA Japan AML and KYC programs.

As the SSGA AML/KYC Officer for Japan, you will be primarily accountable for ensuring the timely completion of KYC activities (Customer Identification Program / Customer Due Diligence / Enhanced Due Diligence) for new clients, as well as ongoing KYC reviews. In addition, this role will assist in preparing client reporting based on instructions from management.

You will report directly to the Head of Operations Japan. 

You will interact with various key stakeholders, including client-facing teams, the Japan Money Laundering Reporting Officer (“MLRO”) and APAC equivalents, the B...