KYC Analyst

G-NIUS; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is expanding its compliance team in Belfast and seeking an experienced KYC Analyst. This role offers the opportunity to leverage 2-3 years of expertise in KYC or AML, support regulatory compliance, and collaborate within a high-performing environment. The initial contract is for 6 months with potential extension, inviting candidates who are methodical and detail-oriented.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a KYC or AML-focused role.
• Strong understanding of FCA, MiFID, AMLD regulations.
• Confident communicator with cross-functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC due diligence on new and existing clients.
• Review and verify customer documentation for compliance.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure onboarding timelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

Client onboarding platforms

Job description

We're working with a leading global financial services firm as they expand their Belfast-based compliance team with the addition of an experienced KYC Analyst.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 2-3 years' experience in KYC or AML who is looking to build on their regulatory knowledge within a high-performing and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC due diligence on new and existing clients in line with internal policies and regulatory standards
• Review and verify customer documentation, ensuring accurate data capture and risk classification
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (Sales, Legal, Compliance) to resolve queries and support onboarding timelines
• Maintain and update client records, ensuring consistency and audit readiness
• Assist with periodic reviews and ongoing monitoring for AML compliance

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in a KYC or AML-focused role within financial services
• Strong understanding of due diligence requirements and regulatory frameworks (FCA, MiFID, AMLD)
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to compliance tasks
• Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Experience with client onboarding platforms or workflow tools is a plus

Benefits

Initial 6-month contract, with the expectation to be extended. Paying roughly £30,000 per annum pro rata.