KYC Analyst

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) checks, ensuring client information is complete, accurate, and compliant with regulatory requirements;
• Review and verify client documentation as part of the onboarding and due diligence process;
• Identify and verify Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), authorised signatories, controllers, and related parties, including complex ownership structures;
• Perform sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), and adverse media screenings, documenting findings and escalating potential matches where necessary;
• Monitor client relationships through periodic reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements;
• Detect unusual or suspicious activity during onboarding and ongoing monitoring, escalating concerns to the Manager as required;
• Assist in the preparation of internal compliance reports and Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs/SARs), where appropriate;
• Liaise with clients to obtain documentation, declarations, and additional information required to complete compliance reviews;
• Maintain accurate, organised, and up-to-date compliance records in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements;
• Support the Manager with day-to-day compliance activities and other related tasks as required;
• Stay informed of changes to AML/CFT legislation, GDPR, and other applicable regulatory requirements to ensure ongoing compliance;
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and compliance standards while contributing to the continuous improvement of compliance processes.

Experience

• Previous experience in a Compliance, Legal, Financial Services, or a similar regulated environment will be considered an asset;
• Good understanding of Know Your Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) requirements;
• Experience conducting client due diligence, sanctions screening, PEP screening, and adverse media checks will be considered an asset;
• Any compliance-related qualification or professional certification will be considered an asset;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team;
• Proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion;
• Committed to maintaining high ethical standards and adhering to company policies and procedures.