KYC Analyst

BlackPeek Consultancy; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in the UK seeks a mid-senior level compliance professional to handle KYC/CDD for crypto clients. Responsibilities include monitoring transactions and conducting risk assessments. Candidates should have 2–8 years of relevant experience and a degree in finance or law. Full-time position with opportunities for compliance training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–8 years of AML, CDD, or compliance experience.
• Knowledge of the UK Money Laundering Regulations (MLR 2017).
• Certifications such as C3O are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC/CDD and EDD on crypto clients.
• Monitor crypto transactions to identify suspicious activity.
• Conduct risk assessments of crypto exchanges.

Skills

KYC/CDD

Enhanced Due Diligence

Crypto regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

On-chain analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics

Tools

Chainalysis

Elliptic

TRM Labs

Job description

Role Overview

At BlackPeek Consultancy, we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with compliance-focused opportunities across industries. Our expertise lies in recruiting for roles related to AML (Anti-Money Laundering), KYC (Know Your Customer), Anti-Fraud, and regulatory compliance, ensuring businesses stay ahead in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. With a global presence in the Middle East, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and APAC, we bridge the gap between exceptional professionals and industry-leading organizations.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC/CDD and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on individual and corporate crypto clients in accordance with UK AML regulations and FATF guidelines.
• Monitor crypto transactions using on-chain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs) to identify and escalate suspicious activity.
• Conduct risk assessments of crypto exchanges, wallets, and counterparties.
• Review and update compliance policies and procedures in line with FCA and HM Treasury updates.
• Participate in compliance training and awareness sessions for internal teams.
• Stay informed on evolving UK, EU, and global crypto regulatory developments and propose proactive control improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2–8 years of experience in AML, CDD, or compliance, preferably in a crypto exchange, fintech, or financial institution.
• Knowledge of the UK Money Laundering Regulations (MLR 2017), FCA’s AML/CTF framework, and FATF Travel Rule.
• Certifications such as C3O (Certified Crypto Compliance Officer) by AC3O.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Finance and Sales