Corporate Attorney - KYC

Overview

Susquehanna has a job opportunity available for an attorney to join the legal team in our Bala Cynwyd headquarters. We are looking for a team player with meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of corporate organizational structures. Experience with KYC compliance and entity management is a plus. This role provides a great opportunity to work with not only our legal team but with teams across the firm in support of various ad-hoc projects that arise.

In this role, you will

• Review and prepare disclosure on behalf of various Susquehanna entities in response to know-your-customer (KYC) and customer due diligence (CDD) requests received from counterparties to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies and practices.
• Review or draft documentation or agreements requested or required in connection with KYC/CDD reviews of Susquehanna entities.
• Collaborate with various departments, including compliance, operations, and internal controls, to provide oversight of the KYC process and facilitate the delivery of timely and accurate KYC information.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices related to KYC and anti-money laundering (AML) requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to staff members on KYC and AML procedures and best practices.
• Assist in the development and implementation of enhancements to Susquehanna’s KYC policies and procedures.
• Form new entities and maintain the books, records, and related documents for all corporate entities.

What we’re looking for

• JD required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law, preferably with a focus on financial services, regulatory compliance, or AML/KYC
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail required
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.

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