KYC Analyst

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Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct end-to-end KYC due diligence for global clients, including Retail and Institutional customers, individuals, Trusts, Societies, and Charities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws and Know Your Customer (KYC) guidelines.
• Collection and verification of confidential client data via publicly available and internal sources.
• Communicate with clients via email or phone regarding missing requirements.
• Understand and implement KYC standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Be flexible to work on migration/remediation projects including Screening resolution.
• Provide training to staff members on KYC procedures and best practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information in accordance with privacy legislation and internal policy.
• Collect information from front-line staff and customers.
  

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree; advanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist - CAMS) are advantageous.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience (AML/KYC/compliance-related) within corporate financial services.
• Strong analytical and investigative capabilities.
• Outstanding customer service skills in a customer-focused role.
• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate complex information simply.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of financial regulations including AML, KYC, and the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
• Ability to understand complex legal entities, transactions, and counterparties.
  

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to Financial Crime disciplines.
• Ability to spot anomalies and trends in financial transactions.
  

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