KYC Analyst – AML Onboarding & Due Diligence

Northern Trust; Limerick; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a KYC Analyst to join the enterprise 1LOD AML/KYC function in Ireland. You will support onboarding, periodic reviews, and event-driven reviews, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory expectations.

The role emphasizes collecting, validating and reviewing client information, maintaining complete KYC records, and collaborating with Relationship Managers to obtain documentation directly from clients.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 CIP and CDD is fully complete and accurate.
• Support Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews where required.
• Work with 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a KYC Analyst to join the enterprise 1LOD AML/KYC function in Ireland. You will support onboarding, periodic reviews, and event-driven reviews, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory expectations.

The role emphasizes collecting, validating and reviewing client information, maintaining complete KYC records, and collaborating with Relationship Managers to obtain documentation directly from clients.