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Job summary
A financial services firm in Sharjah is seeking a KYC Analyst to ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies. The role involves conducting thorough customer due diligence and monitoring client activity. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 13+ years of experience in KYC or AML environments. Strong analytical abilities and proficiency in compliance tools are essential. Join us in maintaining high standards of risk and compliance in a fast-paced setting.
Qualifications
- 13 years of experience in KYC, AML compliance or financial services.
- Strong understanding of KYC/AML regulations and procedures.
- Proficiency in compliance tools and customer due diligence.
Responsibilities
- Perform KYC checks for clients in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Collect, verify and analyze documentation for compliance.
- Conduct risk assessments and monitor customer accounts.
Skills
Education
Tools
We are seeking a detail-oriented and compliance-driven KYC (Know Your Customer) Analyst to join our risk and compliance team. The KYC Analyst will be responsible for conducting customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and reviewing client profiles to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and anti-money laundering (AML) laws.
Perform KYC checks for new and existing clients in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
Collect, verify and analyze documentation including identification, business licenses, financial statements and ownership structures.
Conduct risk assessments and determine the appropriate level of due diligence (CDD/EDD).
Monitor and review customer accounts to detect and report suspicious activity.
Liaise with internal departments (Compliance, Legal, Sales) to ensure smooth onboarding and review processes.
Maintain accurate records of KYC documentation and status updates in the client database.
Stay current on evolving regulatory requirements (e.g. AML, FATCA, OFAC, FinCEN).
Assist in audits and regulatory examinations by providing documentation and explanations as required.
Ensure timely completion of periodic reviews and remediation tasks.
Bachelors degree in Finance, Business, Law or a related field.
13 years of experience in KYC, AML compliance or financial services.
Strong understanding of KYC/AML regulations and customer due diligence procedures.
Proficiency in using compliance tools, screening systems (e.g. World-Check, Dow Jones, LexisNexis) and CRM platforms.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with onboarding corporate clients, high-risk entities or international accounts.
Certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or ICA are a strong plus.
Familiarity with sanctions screening and PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) identification.
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