Senior KYC & AML Operations Analyst

Citi Bank; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking an AML-KYC Analyst to support the Consumer Business AML/KYC program. The role focuses on transaction monitoring, client due diligence, and ensuring KYC records comply with local regulations and Citi policies.

You will review and approve client profiles, oversee quality of monitoring outputs, and contribute to governance discussions on policy updates and controls. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; AML-KYC certification is an advantage.
• Experience with AML/KYC regulations and banking environment.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve client profile reviews, ensuring KYC records meet Citi standards.
• Oversee transaction monitoring quality, and governance discussions for standards.
• Assess policy changes and technology enhancements for effective execution.
• Review process automation initiatives and updated controls for readiness.
• Conduct post-execution quality reviews and remediation validations.
• Analyze workload metrics for capacity planning and efficiency.
• Approve procedural documentation aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Validate daily MIS and monthly management reports for accuracy.
• Identify gaps and provide recommendations to improve controls.
• Serve as SME and coach Makers and stakeholders on KYC requirements.
• Escalate issues following Citi risk and control framework.

Skills

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

KYC processes

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Citi is seeking an AML-KYC Analyst to support the Consumer Business AML/KYC program. The role focuses on transaction monitoring, client due diligence, and ensuring KYC records comply with local regulations and Citi policies.

You will review and approve client profiles, oversee quality of monitoring outputs, and contribute to governance discussions on policy updates and controls. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.