Senior Corporate Lawyer AML KYC

Vistra

  • Nederland
  • Vast
  • Voltijds
  • 8 dagen geleden
It's never been a more exciting time to join Vistra.At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business - to help our clients achieve progress without friction.But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we're absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that.We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Real Estate team as Senior Legal Services Lawyer. Reporting to the Manager Legal Services, this full-time and permanent position is based in The Netherlands allowing you to make a significant impact to our Real Estate team and its' growth.Scope
Acts as the KYC/AML expert for the real estate team, leading the onboarding process of new clients, and manages a client review team for the ongoing client monitoring. Works as the compliance expert in the business (first line of defence). Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience and may lead projects.Key responsibilities:
  • In charge of the onboarding process, together with relationship managers; Collects the necessary KYC from our new clients, introduces them to the Dutch requirements.
  • Coordinating the planning and execution of the annual client review cycle;
  • Managing a client review team of 2 people; Monitoring and coaching them in their day to day job.
  • Client files are maintained properly, through timely and accurately drafted, reviewed and revised required corporate legal documentation.
  • First point of contact for Compliance team.
  • Proactively identifying any risk factors.
  • Presents new clients to acceptance committee, and presents to risk committee any existing clients in the event of a risk adjustment, incident etc.
  • Proactive and professional (verbal and written) communication with clients, shareholders, advisors and other relevant parties.
Key requirements:
  • Excellent command of the English language, verbal and written. Dutch is preferred.
  • Sound knowledge of software packages, i.e. Microsoft Office
  • Sound knowledge of Dutch legislation around supervision of trust offices (WTT, WWFT, Sanctions law)
  • 4 - 8 years corporate legal experience (with a corporate service provider)
  • Experience in a compliance oriented role
  • Preferably Graduate in Law
Company BenefitsA challenging position in an ambitious organization where no day is the same. A company with a view to the future which you can grow together with and, above all, put your own stamp on.
In addition, we offer:
  • Market conforms remuneration and benefits (e.g. allowance to travel to work);
  • 8% holiday allowance & 26 days off per year + 1 flexible public holiday. You have the option to buy (max. 5) vacation days;
  • Collective pension scheme, non-contributory, option to voluntary save extra with a maximum of 5,4%;
  • Bonus Plan, based on Group performance and individual performance;
  • Training and courses via our digital learning environment 'Skills Platform';
  • Work laptop and phone;
  • The possibility to work partially from home and a fee to set up your home office.
Besides, we care about you as one of our employees, so our additional package includes:
  • Our Well-being program (Open Up);
  • Employee discounts via Benefits at Work;
  • Bike riding via the bike scheme;
  • Free coffee, tea and fruits in our office.
Around the world, our staff volunteer time as well as raise funds for groups and organizations in their local communities. Vistra supports employees' charitable efforts by encouraging engagement in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and projects to improve our impact as a company. You have the opportunity to participate in team volunteering activities to support your communities, with one day being paid for. Don't have the time? With Payroll Giving it will be easier and more financially attractive for you to donate to charityIf you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journeyLocation:NL

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