Junior KYC Analyst – London

We are looking for a Junior KYC Analyst to join our Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) team to support our client in a large scale KYC (Know Your Client) project. You will be part of our KYC Project Team, located in London and responsible for the processing of KYC files. The KYC Analyst will conduct end to end CDD (Customer Due Diligence) reviews across a broad range of jurisdictions and entity types within a fast-paced project environment. This role requires an individual to have a core focus in delivering high quality work within project deadlines and a proven ability to apply a consistent approach to KYC processes whilst adhering to regulatory requirements and client procedures.

This is a great opportunity to join our fast-growing business within our CLM department working with some of the world’s leading financial institutions. The preferred candidate will demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit with a ‘hands on’ pragmatic and flexible approach as we develop this fast-growing business area.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing remediation / on-boarding and / or periodic KYC reviews for our client
• Gathering and analysing KYC documentation in accordance with the clients AML policy requirements to identify and close any gaps
• Sourcing of data from approved public sources using the methods outlined in policies and procedures
• Construction of KYC packs utilising the required information and documentation in accordance with client policy and procedures
• Ensuring that key stakeholders are kept informed on progress or bottlenecks within the end-to-end KYC review process
• Escalation to the appropriate teams where information cannot be sourced or provided / where prior exceptions have been granted on existing files and / or where additional sign off required to proceed
• Direct outreach to internal client departments where applicable (such as Front Office) to obtain information and documentation required to complete KYC/CDD reviews.
• Conducting screening checks using third party tools to identify Sanctions, PEPs, and Adverse Media in relation to the entities and related parties subject to screening policies and procedure.

Job Requirements

Essential Skills/Experience

• Any experience in AML/KYC due diligence roles
• Familiarity with AML/KYC regulations and industry guidelines
• Domain knowledge of AML Typologies /Red Flags
• Familiarity with the end-to-end process for client on-boarding and periodic reviews including: exposure to performing due diligence on both publicly and internally sourced information / documentation, Ownership Dilution, Screening (for PEPs, Sanctions, Adverse Media, High Risk Industries) qualitative and quantitative risk assessments using information gathered)
• Knowledge of due diligence requirements on a broad range of entity types
• Knowledge of handling / managing and understanding large amounts of complex data
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members and other departments
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced targeted environment against deadlines and SLAs
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and digestible manner both verbally and in written form
• BA/BSc Graduate Degree or equivalent

Desirable

• A working knowledge of FinCrime industry standard frameworks, policies, procedures and processes
• Experience conducting Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews on high-risk entity types
• Experience working within a consultancy and/or service provider environment
• Experience working within investment and corporate banking
  

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