KYC Advisor

IRIS Software Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS Software Group is seeking a motivated KYC Advisor to join the operations team in the UK. The role focuses on customer due diligence, regulatory compliance and preventing financial crime with full training provided.

You will verify information, perform KYC/FC checks, and maintain accurate records while collaborating with AML teams to enhance processes and ensure a smooth customer experience.

Qualifications

• CDD, EDD, KYC or FC experience required or preferred.
• Administrative, data entry, or customer service experience desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication abilities.
• Team player who works well with others.
• Well-organised and reliable with good time management.
• Eager to learn and grow careers in compliance and financial services.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing customer information and verifying documentation to ensure compliance.
• Carrying out customer checks in line with policies, including sanctions and PEP screening.
• Escalating suspicious activity to the AML & Financial Crime team.
• Keeping accurate records of customer information and checks.
• Supporting development and improvement of KYC processes within the team.
• Staying up to date with regulations and applying best practices.
• Collaborating with other teams to ensure a smooth customer experience.
• Assisting with compliance-related data entry and reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Clear communication

Team player

Organised

Eager to learn

Data entry

Customer service

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused KYC (Know Your Customer) Advisor to join our operations team. This role is ideal for someone who is looking to enhance and grow their career in financial compliance and gain hands-on experience in customer due diligence.

As a KYC Advisor, you will help verify customer information, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. You’ll play an important role in preventing financial crime and maintaining high standards of integrity across the business. Full training and support will be provided.

Main Responsibilities:

• Reviewing customer information and verifying documentation to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Carrying out customer checks in line with company policies, including screening for risks like sanctions and politically exposed persons (PEPs).
• Escalating any suspicious activity or concerns to the AML & Financial Crime team.
• Keeping accurate records of customer information and compliance checks.
• Supporting the development and improvement of KYC processes within the team.
• Staying up to date with industry regulations and applying best practices.
• Working with different teams across the business to ensure a smooth customer experience.
• Assisting with compliance-related data entry and reporting.

Experience:

• Any CDD, EDD, KYC or FC experience.
• Any administrative, data entry, or customer service experience is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail – you enjoy working carefully and accurately.
• Good problem-solving skills – you can identify issues and find solutions.
• Clear communication – both written and verbal.
• Team player – you work well with others and enjoy collaborating.
• Organised and reliable – you can manage your time effectively.
• Eager to learn and grow – you're looking to build a career in compliance and financial services.