EIF Posting
The European Investment Fund (EIF) is seeking to recruit for its KYC unit, (KYC, Tax & ESG Division) within the Central Front Office Services Department, at its headquarters in Luxembourg, a Trainee.
Duration: 5 months & Starting date September 2026
Specific Post Environment:
The KYC, Tax & ESG Division is part of the Central Front Office Services Department within EIF’s Investment Office. KYC unit operates within the First Line of Defence and is responsible for executing customer due diligence (CDD) processes in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, ensuring that client data is accurately captured, maintained, and stored in line with applicable procedures and supporting the business in managing financial crime, sanctions and reputational risks.
Overall objective:
Your overall objective will be to:
Assist in the collection of additional counterparty data, client reach out, and data clean-up exercise in preparation of the migration from the existing system eFront data warehouse to the new EIBG Counterparty Onboarding System OMEGA.
Assist with the KYC onboarding via OMEGA for input of client data and upload of KYC documents, perform analysis of KYC/AML findings.
Responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the Senior of the team, you shall:
Input KYC-related data into internal systems with a high degree of accuracy and upload, in an organised manner, client documentation, in accordance with KYC Unit internal procedures;
Assist in the cleanup of KYC legacy data to ensure consistency and compliance with current standards and support the review of client files in the private equity and guarantee/securitisation activities for completeness and escalate missing and/or outdated information;
Participate in team meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
Expected outcome:
Accurate and timely entry of KYC data into core systems (eFront, OMEGA) and proper classification and storage of client documentation;
Enhanced understanding of KYC processes within the 1st LoD framework
Increased operational efficiency and reduced data-related risks.
Qualifications:
University degree (or on-going studies) in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, law or similar discipline
Master’s and/or thesis in the AML-CFT and/or Sanctions area is a distinct advantage
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft application tools (especially Excel and Word)
Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. Good command of another EU language would be an advantage
Familiarity with document management systems and integrity screening systems would be an advantage (e.g. World Check, FACTIVA)
Basic understanding of KYC/AML principles
Competencies:
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Good communication skills – both written and oral.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured procedures.
Strong sense of ethics with the ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
Strong ability to organize and follow up on tasks with colleagues across the institution.
Ability to quickly learn new concepts, tools, and methodologies.
Deadline for applications: 12 June 2026
We are an equal opportunities employer, who believes that diversity is good for our people and our business. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, disability or neurodiversity.
Applicants with specific needs are encouraged to request reasonable accommodations at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the EIF Recruitment team Recruitment@eif.org who will ensure that your request is handled.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the Information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position, you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorized disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation.
- Due to high volume of applications, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
