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The KYC Analyst is responsible for conducting in-depth due diligence on customers, entities, and transactions to ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations. This role involves risk assessment, detailed investigations, and reporting of potential financial crime risks to protect the organization from regulatory and reputational risks. Key Responsibilities: 1. Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD). Validating documents, identifying PEP, Ownership drill down, Screening and transaction monitoring, • Conduct in-depth KYC reviews on high-risk clients, including politically exposed persons (PEPs), complex corporate structures, and entities from high-risk jurisdictions. • Perform comprehensive background checks using public records, watchlists, and internal systems to assess financial crime risks. • Identify and analyse beneficial ownership structures to detect potential red flags related to money laundering, fraud, and other illicit activities. • Review and validate customer documentation, including business registrations, financial statements, and legal agreements. 2. Risk Assessment & Investigation • Assess and classify customers based on risk ratings, escalating high-risk cases for further review. • Conduct transaction analysis to detect unusual patterns and behaviours that may indicate potential financial crime risks. • Prepare detailed investigation reports and summaries for senior management and compliance teams. 3. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting • Ensure compliance with AML, KYC, and CTF regulations, including FATF, FinCEN, FCA, MAS, and other relevant guidelines. • Maintain thorough documentation of due diligence findings to support audits and regulatory inquiries. • Assist in preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when required. 4. Continuous Monitoring & Process Improvement • Stay updated with evolving regulatory requirements and financial crime trends. • Recommend enhancements to KYC and EDD procedures to strengthen the organization’s risk management framework. • Support training initiatives to educate internal teams on AML/KYC best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree/master's degree in finance, Business, commerce, or a related field. •4-7 years of experience in KYC, EDD, AML, or financial crime compliance within banking or financial services. Technical Skills & Knowledge • Strong understanding of AML/KYC regulations, including FATF, OFAC, EU AML Directives. • Experience using KYC screening tools such as World-Check or LexisNexis. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis tools. Soft Skills • Excellent analytical and investigative skills with strong attention to detail. • Strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and stakeholder engagement. • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-risk environment. Preferred Certifications: • CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) • CAMI Show more Show less
