KYC SME - Quality Assurance

Harvey Nash Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm based in London is seeking a Senior KYC SME specializing in Quality Assurance on a contract basis. This role includes conducting QA reviews of KYC files, serving as a subject matter expert, and collaborating with teams to improve processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 6-8 years of KYC/AML compliance experience, including supervisory experience. The role offers an opportunity to make impactful contributions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in KYC/AML compliance or QA within financial services.
• 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality assurance reviews on KYC files.
• Act as a subject matter expert for KYC processes.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and maintain documentation of QA activities.
• Deliver reports and metrics to senior management.
• Assist in training and coaching KYC analysts.

Skills

KYC Process Expertise

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Law, or related field

Job description

Senior KYC SME - Quality Assurance - sought by investment based in London - Contract - London

*inside iR35 - umbrella*

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quality assurance reviews on KYC files to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for KYC processes, providing guidance and resolving escalations.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and maintain best practices.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of QA activities, findings, and corrective actions.
• Deliver reports and metrics to senior management, highlighting trends and risk areas.
• Assist in training and coaching KYC analysts on quality standards and regulatory updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Law, or related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA) preferred.
• 6-8 years of experience in KYC/AML compliance or QA within financial services, including 3+ years in a supervisory role.

Please apply within for further details - Matt Holmes, Harvey Nash