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Wells Fargo FIG Relationship Associate in FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an experienced Business Relationship Support Specialist to support the Financial Institutions Group in the EMEA region. This is a varied role for an individual with exceptional client care skills, attention to detail, KYC and AML knowledge. As a subject matter expert, you will play a leading role notably in the completion of the Ongoing Due Diligence process as well as the new client Due Diligence onboarding process. This will include sourcing of KYC documentation, a close connectivity with clients, which will include building client rapport, and co-ordination of a timely completion.
In this role, you will:
Partner with Relationship Managers to resolve issues, provide status updates on implementations, and complete line of business operational projects, as necessary.
Coordinate with product partners on a range of client related matters.
Be accountable for a portfolio of Financial Institutions Group customers, specifically Banks.
Independently and/or collaboratively work with key internal and external stakeholders fostering strong relationships.
Conduct customer outreach for the purpose of relationship building and client support.
Primary point of contact for collecting AML documents and data elements in adherence with Customer Due Diligence Standards.
Identify opportunities for process improvements within the portfolio.
Develop expertise in the relevant policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Handle complex customer issues which include escalation and resolution.
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
Receive and follow direction from leaders.
Exercise independent judgment while developing the knowledge to understand function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in Business Relationship Support, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Strong organisational skills and ability to multi-task on concurrent projects.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly demanding team environment.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to foster strong relationships.
Familiarity and experience with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD).
Job Expectations:
Flexibility to adjust to work environment, client and business requirements as needed.
This is a hybrid role with the expectation to work 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
Posting End Date:
5 Jan 2025
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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Req Number: R-419289