KYC Analyst - Maternity Cover

ING Investment Banking; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ING Investment Banking is seeking an experienced KYC Analyst for a 12-month maternity cover in London. The role focuses on KYC remediation and ongoing reviews, requiring a minimum of 2 years of relevant banking experience. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, and be capable of efficiently managing multiple files.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years KYC-related experience in Wholesale and/or Investment Banks.
• Candidates with Retail or Personal Banking experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Efficient handling and completion of KYC remediation and BAU KYC files.
• Review of KYC-related initiatives such as FATCA, CRS, ESR.

Skills

Clear and concise communication skills

Effective collaboration within a team

Self-starter with excellent organizational skills

Enthusiasm for continuous improvement

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Job description

ING is a family-friendly organisation operating a flexible hybrid working pattern. Contractors will be required to live within a commutable distance and be available to work on-site for 2 days per week.

The Global Financial and Economic Crime Programme is of the highest priority for the bank in 2025/2026; this role will require extensive interaction with a diverse group of business representatives.

ING is looking to hire an experienced Wholesale / Investment Banking KYC Analyst for a 12-month maternity cover contract.

To be considered, you must have at least 2 years’ experience working as a KYC Analyst in an Investment or Wholesale Banking environment. Candidates with KYC experience from Retail or Personal Banking can NOT be considered.

You will be involved with the delivery of the UK BAU and remediation programme implementing the Financial and Economic Crime (FEC) 2022 Policy on a branch-wide basis, covering all Know Your Client (KYC) related activities.

Department Overview

This role sits within the London Customer Domain Unit, responsible for executing KYC ongoing reviews in the UK and all Business As Usual KYC-related topics. You will act as a conduit for all new and review business in ING London. Direct communication with the business, and sometimes customers, is essential for the efficient completion of the KYC process. The team also considers event and time-based triggers for materiality to the KYC file and will refresh where necessary.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will assist with ING UK’s remediation efforts and be responsible for completing BAU activities. This role requires a firm understanding of the Risk-Based Approach and efficient working practices to ensure tasks are delivered promptly.

• Efficient handling and completion of KYC remediation and BAU KYC files
• Review of KYC-related initiatives such as FATCA, CRS, ESR applicable to certain businesses and customers
• Clear articulation of KYC requirements to the business or colleagues across the organization
• Ability to manage a workload of files concurrently in an efficient manner

Candidate Profile

Experience/Knowledge

Essential:

• A minimum of 2 years KYC-related experience within Wholesale and/or Investment Banks

Desirable:

• Relevant industry qualifications

Personal Competencies

Essential:

• Clear and concise communication skills
• Effective collaboration within a team and across the organization
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Enthusiasm for continuous improvement and high performance

ING’s purpose is ‘Empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business’. Every ING colleague has the opportunity to contribute to this vision. We champion self-reliance and foster a collaborative and innovative culture. The Orange Code is our global manifesto for staying true to our purpose and our tradition of reinvention and empowerment.

It comprises ING Values (we are honest; we are prudent; we are responsible) and ING Behaviours (you take it on and make it happen; you help others to succeed; you are always a step ahead).

For us, success is only achieved if we act with integrity.

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