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Private Bank - Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) Specialist, AVP Position Overview Details of the Division and Team: The Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) KYC specialist advises Front Office on all SoW / AML / KYC and legal documentation matters, supporting Client Advisors from prospecting through to account funding. The role liaises with other departments, particularly Anti‑Financial Crime (AFC), to verify approvals, obtain information, and provide guidance on transaction monitoring and sanctions screening. The candidate will ensure SLAs are met, escalating issues appropriately, and steer appropriate outcomes while collaborating with internal and external partners, including technology teams, to communicate tool enhancements and process improvements. Additionally, the individual will support the ongoing SoW uplift exercise to remediate existing accounts. You can expect: Competitive salary and non‑contributory pension 20 days annual leave plus generous public holidays Life assurance and private healthcare for you and your family Flexible benefits including retail discounts, gym membership, and wellbeing incentives Opportunity to support a wide‑ranging CSR program and take volunteering leave days Your key responsibilities: Focus on account opening and client adoption processes, providing AML/KYC and documentation advice to Front Office. Act as sparring partner for client ACOs on AML/KYC topics. Check quality, completeness, and correctness of client files and KYC forms. Set up case management team (RM, CLM, AFC, DCRO, COO, etc.) based on case complexity. Collect documents directly from clients as needed. Update KYC questionnaires based on information provided by Relationship Commitments. Pre‑screen names for sanctions and other risk checks. Monitor, track, and raise cases as appropriate, sharing MI weekly with Relationship Manager or Market Head. Lead efforts to streamline account opening and KYC review processes and advise Front Office on legal documents during onboarding and periodic reviews. Provide expert advice on complex account structures and KYC/AML cases. Participate in client meetings when required. Collaborate with AFC to verify approvals, obtain guidance, and conduct investigations, including transaction monitoring and sanctions screening. Ensure quality of SoW/KYC submissions and timeliness across account opening and periodic reviews. Your skills and experience: Degree in Banking, Accountancy, or Business Administration. At least 5 years of experience in banking or finance, specifically in Wealth Management or Private Banking. In-depth knowledge of Source of Wealth, KYC, AML regulations, and regulatory environment. Preferable CAMS AML certification. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and detail‑oriented skills. Excellent interpersonal, relationship‑management, and communication abilities. Proficiency in English and Cantonese. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and recognize when to raise issues for rapid resolution. Experience in process and project management. Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and urgency. How we’ll support you: Flexible working arrangements to help balance personal priorities. Coaching and support from experienced team members. A culture of continuous learning to aid career progression. Flexible benefits tailored to individual needs. Training and development opportunities to excel in your role. Deutsche Bank is committed to a culture of inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair, and inclusive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr