Senior Analyst, KYC/AML

MicroSourcing; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

MicroSourcing in Taguig seeks a Senior KYC Analyst for a hybrid, day-shift role at BGC. The position requires overseeing CDD/EDD for high-risk clients, reviewing KYC files, and directing investigations into sanctions and adverse media.

You will mentor junior analysts, support workload planning, and help improve KYC policies and digital onboarding initiatives. Strong FATF-regulatory knowledge and screening tool experience are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in KYC, AML, Compliance, Risk, or Financial Crime Operations.
• Strong working knowledge of KYC/AML regulations (e.g., FATF and local regulatory requirements).
• Proven experience in handling high‑risk customers and complex entity structures.
• Proficiency with screening tools such as World‑Check, LexisNexis, Dow Jones, or Refinitiv.

Responsibilities

• Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high‑risk customers, including PEPs and complex corporate structures.
• Review and approve KYC files completed by analysts to ensure strict quality and compliance with internal procedures.
• Lead investigations into adverse media, sanctions, and reputational risk cases, acting as a primary escalation point.
• Mentor junior KYC analysts and new joiners, supporting team leaders with workload planning and case prioritization.
• Identify gaps in KYC processes and recommend improvements to support automation and digital onboarding projects.

Skills

Mentoring/coaching

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Tools

World-Check

LexisNexis

Dow Jones

Refinitiv

Job description

Senior KYC Analyst – BGC, Taguig – Hybrid, Day Shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high‑risk customers, including PEPs and complex corporate structures.
• Review and approve KYC files completed by analysts to ensure strict quality and compliance with internal procedures.
• Lead investigations into adverse media, sanctions, and reputational risk cases, acting as a primary escalation point.
• Mentor junior KYC analysts and new joiners, supporting team leaders with workload planning and case prioritization.
• Identify gaps in KYC processes and recommend improvements to support automation and digital onboarding projects.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in KYC, AML, Compliance, Risk, or Financial Crime Operations.
• Strong working knowledge of KYC/AML regulations (e.g., FATF and local regulatory requirements).
• Proven experience in handling high‑risk customers and complex entity structures.
• Proficiency with screening tools such as World‑Check, LexisNexis, Dow Jones, or Refinitiv.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid setup at the BGC, Taguig office.

Preferred Skills & Expertise

• Experience in performing in‑depth risk assessments, including source of wealth and funds validation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Prior experience in leading or supporting KYC remediation projects.
• Excellent communication skills for coaching and stakeholder management.
• Ability to contribute to the development of KYC policies and internal audit preparations.