AML/KYC Internship - Job based in Luxembourg

Your future team

We are looking for a trainee to join our team in our National Quality Risk Security (NQRS) department in Luxembourg. The NQRS department, especially the AML team, provides support to the whole Firm in terms of Anti-Money Laundering / Combatting Terrorist Financing (“AML/CTF”) controls and is in charge of performing relevant controls to proceed with the acceptance of the business relationship and perform ongoing monitoring checks.

Your next challenge

• Provide support in collecting, doing research, validating the KYC documents on clients 
• Help to perform identification and risk evaluation of the clients/ engagements of the firm, including ownership, control, PEPs… 
• Input data in the client acceptance system 
• Develop your awareness and understanding of AML /CFT, anti-fraud/financial crime/anti-corruption laws and regulations, as well as identify gaps in the existing controls, and suggest measures to mitigate
• Assist with the ongoing maintenance of client information and documentation

Your skills

• Enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor or in a Master's degree, in a relevant academic field (e.g., business administration, management, economics, process management, etc.).
• Demonstrate strong analytical and logical problem-solving skills.
• Develop a practical approach and ability to understand the operational requirements and priorities with a view to meet deadlines, whilst adhering to the firm's policies and procedures.
• Show autonomy, you take ownership of work and ensure follow-up.
• Present excellent communication skills, able to build strong relationships at all business levels.
• Demonstrate outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English. Fluency in French is considered an asset.
• Have a self-starter approach, keen to learn and build expertise.
• Having a first work experience working in a fast-paced team environment is not mandatory but may be advantageous.
• Strong command of Office tools, especially PowerPoint and Excel.

What impact will you make?