Junior KYC & Financial Crime Specialist (Hybrid)

Kroo; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive financial institution in Manchester is seeking a candidate with expertise in KYC compliance to perform risk assessments on new personal account applications. The role involves reviewing identification documents and understanding financial crime risks. Offering a hybrid working model, the position supports personal development and provides various benefits including generous leave and mental health support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Personal days

Employer-sponsored volunteer program

Mental health support

Workplace pension

Top-notch equipment

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Car scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Full healthcare for employee's family

Qualifications

• Has knowledge and experience of the regulatory requirements of KYC.
• Has experience in reviewing identification documents.
• Has a deep understanding of CIFAS.
• Can demonstrate experience of undertaking due diligence and client onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Performing risk assessments on new personal account applications.
• Obtaining information and supporting documentation to complete KYC due diligence.
• Identifying trends and unusual activity, and reporting where appropriate.

Skills

Knowledge of KYC regulatory requirements

Experience in reviewing identification documents

Understanding of CIFAS

Ability to analyze financial crime risks

Experience in client onboarding and banking regulations

Job description

A progressive financial institution in Manchester is seeking a candidate with expertise in KYC compliance to perform risk assessments on new personal account applications. The role involves reviewing identification documents and understanding financial crime risks. Offering a hybrid working model, the position supports personal development and provides various benefits including generous leave and mental health support.