Principal Analyst/Associate Director - Financial Crime, Risk, and Compliance

Principal Analyst/Associate Director: Financial Crime & Compliance Management

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About QKS Group

QKS Group is a global research and advisory firm known for its SPARK Matrix™, a globally recognized framework for vendor evaluation and competitive intelligence. We work with leading technology providers and enterprise buyers to deliver deep insights, technology research, and strategic advisory across various domains.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Analyst to join our Financial Crime & Compliance Management (FCCM) practice. The analyst will research and evaluate technology vendors, trends, and best practices in areas such as AML, fraud management, KYC, sanctions screening, and regulatory compliance solutions.

This role combines technology research, vendor evaluation, and thought leadership, providing a unique opportunity to influence buying decisions and technology directions in the global FCCM market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis of vendors in the FCCM domain (AML, KYC, fraud detection, sanctions, and compliance platforms).
• Evaluate vendors through SPARK Matrix, SPARK Plus, and other QKS research methodologies.
• Develop research reports, market insights, and advisory notes on technology trends, use cases, and buyer needs.
• Interact with technology vendors for briefings, data validation, and Q&A sessions.
• Collaborate with senior analysts to identify emerging trends and create thought leadership content.
• Support advisory engagements and client interactions as required.

Key Skills & Experience

• 10-15 years of core industry experience in the Financial Crime & Compliance (FCC) domain, such as AML, KYC, sanctions screening, fraud management, or regulatory compliance operations.
• Strong understanding of AML, KYC, fraud prevention, sanctions screening, and regulatory compliance processes.
• Awareness of key vendors such as NICE Actimize, Oracle, SAS, FICO, BAE Systems, etc.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple research projects and meet deadlines.
• Exposure to data-driven research, vendor comparison, or industry frameworks is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on globally recognized research frameworks like SPARK Matrix™.
• Direct exposure to leading technology vendors (CXOs) and global markets.
• Fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment with growth opportunities.

Preferred Skills

• Financial Crime & Compliance Management (FCCM)
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
• Know Your Customer (KYC)
• Transaction Monitoring
• Sanctions Screening
• Fraud Detection and Prevention
• Case Management Systems
• Regulatory Compliance Solutions
• Financial Risk Management
• Compliance Analytics
• AML and KYC Operations
• Fraud Risk & Investigation
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Financial Services Technology (FinTech / RegTech)
• Domain Knowledge of Vendors: NICE Actimize, SAS, FICO, Oracle, BAE Systems, ACI Worldwide, etc.