KYC Operations Analyst – AML/Compliance

Citi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a KYC Operations professional in Abu Dhabi to support AML/KYC processes. You will conduct research from internal and external sources, document details for KYC Records, and ensure compliance with local and global BSU standards.

The role involves collaboration with relationship management and compliance teams to achieve timely approvals. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate KYC documentation, meeting daily targets, and handling high-risk cases with guidance from senior

Qualifications

• University degree preferably in Business/Finance, Math, Economics, Engineering, Optimization, or Law.
• 1–2 years’ experience in banking, finance, or law.
• Experience in control/risk or Compliance (AML/KYC) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of EU regulatory KYC/AML requirements.
• ACAMS certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Create the KYC Record in the KYC system sourcing information from internal and external sources by the agreed deadline.
• Interact with relationship management teams and compliance to update system until final approval of KYC Record.
• Review information from internal and external sources for company news (Firm website, Regulatory websites, Company website, Dun & Bradstreet, Google).
• Validate information within the KYC Record and CIP documents for completeness (Company/Entity Formation, Ownership, Management).
• Complete KYC Record incorporating local regulatory requirements / Global BSU Standards and policies.
• Take responsibility for KYC Record and associated documentation from initiation to approval.
• Maintain BSU tool current and demonstrate work carried out.
• Meet agreed daily targets for KYC Record review and completion within SLA timeframes.
• Escalate discrepancies to Senior Case Managers, Control Team and Section Managers.
• Lead remediation activity if needed and act as SME to support new joiners.

Skills

Negotiation skills

MS Office

Written and verbal communication

Other languages (FR/DE/Arabic)

Citi KYC applications

Customer service oriented

Relationship building

Strong research

Attention to detail

Multitasking & prioritization

Work under pressure

MIS & metrics

Proactive & flexible

Team player

Dynamic environment

Education

University degree (Business/Finance/Math/Economics/Engineering/Optimization/Law)

Tools

Citi KYC applications

MS Office (Word/Excel/Access/PPT)

Job description

Citi is seeking a KYC Operations professional in Abu Dhabi to support AML/KYC processes. You will conduct research from internal and external sources, document details for KYC Records, and ensure compliance with local and global BSU standards.

The role involves collaboration with relationship management and compliance teams to achieve timely approvals. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate KYC documentation, meeting daily targets, and handling high-risk cases with guidance from senior