KYC Onboarding Analyst

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated KYC Client Onboarding Analyst to enhance its Capital Markets business in Europe. This pivotal role focuses on optimizing low-touch client onboarding, ensuring a seamless experience while adhering to regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will champion client relationships, manage onboarding pipelines, and collaborate with various teams to drive efficiencies. If you have a strong background in finance and a passion for client engagement, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance with a focus on client onboarding.
• Strong understanding of Capital Markets and derivatives regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end onboarding for low-touch clients in Capital Markets.
• Coordinate with various teams to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Knowledge of Financial Markets

Prioritisation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Client Onboarding Systems

Job description

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About the Role:
A leading Investment Bank is seeking a highly motivated KYC Client Onboarding Analyst to join its growing Capital Markets business in Europe. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the build-out and management of the end-to-end onboarding (Transition) function across Capital Markets, focusing primarily on low-touch client onboarding for businesses in the UK and Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion a client-focused culture to deepen relationships and leverage the Bank’s global network, systems, and expertise.
• Work with the Client Chaperone and Prime Services Transition teams to build out an efficient onboarding process across CMF and FX products.
• Independently manage the front-to-back onboarding of low-touch clients (banks, brokers, and cash counterparties), liaising with business units, Credit, KYC, Legal, and Operations teams to facilitate go-lives.
• Prioritise and manage the onboarding pipeline to optimise resource use and ensure efficient client activation.
• Serve as the single point of contact for low-touch clients throughout the relationship lifecycle, managing onboarding items pre- and post-go-live.
• Provide regular updates to Sales Desks, Desk Heads, and Business Managers.
• Manage projects from a business perspective, including regulatory initiatives, client refreshes, and remediation.
• Maintain high standards of operational risk management, regulatory compliance, and adherence to internal policies.
• Foster a high-performance, inclusive work environment aligned with the Bank’s values and strategy.

Client Relations Focus:

• Ensure a smooth and client-centric onboarding experience by coordinating all onboarding elements — Credit, KYC, Legal, and Operational Set-Up — with minimal client disruption.

Key Partnerships:

• Collaborate closely with Capital Markets Sales Desks and senior stakeholders to manage onboarding priorities and drive efficiencies.
• Act as a key liaison between business units and operational teams while remaining distinct from daily KYC onboarding team activities.

Requirements

• 3 years experience in the finance industry with a strong interest in financial markets.
• Solid background in Capital Markets with working knowledge of FICC, Equities, Prime Services, and client onboarding processes.
• Understanding of derivatives products and applicable regulations.
• Proven client focus and extensive experience in client-facing roles.
• Strong communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills.
• Experience managing relationships with business desks and senior internal stakeholders.

£40-45k - initial 12 month contract which could be extended further and/or made permanent.