KYC Analyst

Northern Trust; Ireland; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is searching for a KYC Analyst in Ireland to support Anti-Money Laundering and Know Your Customer processes. This role involves creating and maintaining KYC records, ensuring compliance with internal policies, and collaborating with teams for document validation.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree or equivalent experience, have 1-2 years in an AML/KYC function, and exhibit strong communication and time management skills. Northern Trust offers a supportive work environment for all team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in an AML/KYC function.
• Evidence of effective communication with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain KYC records.
• Work alongside Relationship Managers to obtain documentation.
• Review information to ensure compliance with policies.
• Validate information within the KYC system.
• Support Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

KYC Analyst

Northern Trust is seeking a KYC Analyst to join the enterprise First Line of Defence (1LOD) Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Know Your Customer (KYC) function. The role reports to a KYC Operations Team Lead, within the Office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO).

This position supports the timely end-to-end AML/KYC process across client onboarding, periodic reviews, and event-driven reviews, ensuring compliance with Northern Trust policies and procedures. The role provides extensive review of Customer Identification, Customer Due Diligence, and Enhanced Due Diligence for all clients of Northern Trust.

Role Overview

The KYC Analyst is responsible for supporting Lines of Business in the execution of AML/KYC requirements across onboarding, periodic, and event-driven reviews. The role focuses on the collection, validation, and review of client information and documentation, ensuring KYC records are complete, accurate, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain KYC records by obtaining information and supporting documentation from internal and external sources
• Work alongside Relationship Managers and client-facing teams to obtain documentation required to meet KYC requirements directly from clients
• Review information and documentation received to ensure compliance with Northern Trust AML/KYC policies and procedures
• Validate information within the KYC system of record and ensure Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is fully complete and accurate
• Support Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews where required
• Work with Second Line of Defence (2LOD) and the KYC Centre of Excellence (CoE) / Program Management teams regarding policy or procedural questions
• Ensure follow-ups are performed in a timely manner to complete KYC within required deadlines and meet KRI / KPI targets
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress and outstanding requirements
• Attend and participate in regular AML awareness training sessions to support the quality and consistency of deliverables

Qualifications & Experience

• A college or university degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience
• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in an AML/KYC function
• Ability to work effectively as a team player with strong time management skills
• Evidence of effective communication with stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.