KYC Client Onboarding Assistant

Taylor James Resourcing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial markets trading company is seeking a Client Onboarding KYC Associate based in London. This permanent position involves ensuring compliance with FCA regulations and preparing client documentation. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Business and at least one year of relevant experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, as the role requires liaising with clients and internal teams. Salary ranges from £35,000 to £45,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• 1 year progressive experience with industry rules and regulations.
• Ability to use internal and external systems; prior experience with DOCS system would be useful.
• Self-motivated and organised to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Forensic review of client documentation in line with FCA KYC and AML rules.
• Preparation of client application packs for compliance and risk review.
• Liaise with clients to resolve application questions and issues.

Skills

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Tools

DOCS system

Job description

Client Onboarding KYC Associate

Our client is a Global Financial Markets Trading Company, a futures and options trading and brokerage organization that offers large‑scale KYC and AML onboarding for clearing and execution clients.

We are looking for a graduate with a Degree in Accounting and a background in onboarding both clearing and execution clients within exchange‑traded futures and options markets.

Location: London (office‑based – no hybrid). Works 5 days a week.

Date: 7 Jan 2026
Sector: Financial Markets
Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum
Email: [e-mail]
Ref: db0702266

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Forensic review of client documentation in conjunction with FCA Know Your Customer and Anti‑Money Laundering rules.
• Diligent preparation of client application packs for Anti‑Money Laundering, Compliance, Credit and Risk review.
• Support and assist the firm’s management on client applications and documentation requirements.
• Liaise with the sales teams to resolve account application questions and issues.
• Liaise with clients to resolve account application questions and issues.
• Ensure creation and maintenance of accurate client information and static data on internal systems.
• Assist with project work when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• 1 year progressive experience with industry rules and regulations.
• Ability to use internal and external systems; prior experience with DOCS system would be useful.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for assisting in client and internal requests.
• Ability to be self‑motivated, organised and ensure work is completed in a timely manner with deadlines met.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills essential.
• Good team player.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or equivalent industry experience.