Analyst/Senior Analyst (KYC)

Position Summary:

The KYC (Know Your Customer) Analyst / Senior Analyst plays a key role in assessing the risk associated with customers of financial institutions to help mitigate risk and ensure regulatory compliance. This role helps reduce exposure to risk by verifying customer identities and conducting thorough due diligence. The ideal candidate will contribute significantly to client compliance efforts by performing KYC processes, sanctions screening, and due diligence checks.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform KYC and Sanctions due-diligence checks

• Maintain all client KYC/AML files

• Prepare monthly and quarterly Compliance reports for all clients

• Undertake compliance audits for clients

• Coordinate between clients’ local and international offices

• Conduct research on International Sanctions and Global Regulations on Insurance & Reinsurance

• Research global insurance & reinsurance laws

• Draft and review Terms of Business agreements, policies, and manuals

• Contribute to the KYC Team’s training and knowledge development

• Liaise between clients and colleagues, and manage expectations

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of KYC, AML, and CTF regulations

• Familiarity with sanctions screening tools, PEP databases, and due diligence processes

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a strong understanding of compliance frameworks

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting, training, and client interaction

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business administration, or a related field

• 2–3 years of experience in KYC/AML compliance is a must

• Certification in AML compliance (e.g., ACAMS, ICA) is highly preferred

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