Senior KYC/AML Analyst — Due Diligence & Compliance

Grant Thornton; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton is seeking an AML/KYC Analyst in Metro Manila to support investor onboarding and due diligence. The role involves verifying documents, conducting AML/KYC checks, and ensuring regulatory compliance across diverse investor types.

You will perform ongoing monitoring, reviews, and reporting, while maintaining data integrity in the AML/KYC databases. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in AML/KYC in funds, banking or financial services.
• Familiarity with mutual funds, hedge funds, and private equity is a plus.
• Multinational organization experience preferable.

Responsibilities

• Onboard investors by performing AML/KYC checks for individuals, corporations, trusts and other entities.
• Verify investor documents to ensure regulatory compliance and client standards.
• Conduct periodic reviews of existing investor profiles for ongoing AML/KYC compliance.
• Monitor and report suspicious activity per established protocols.
• Stay updated on AML/KYC laws, sanctions, and FATF guidelines.
• Collaborate with team leads, prepare reports for client stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records in AML/KYC databases with data integrity.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Assess control design and operational effectiveness; identify deficiencies and propose fixes.

Skills

AML/KYC knowledge

AML/KYC systems usage

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent / deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

ACAMS certification

Tools

AML/KYC software

Job description

Grant Thornton is seeking an AML/KYC Analyst in Metro Manila to support investor onboarding and due diligence. The role involves verifying documents, conducting AML/KYC checks, and ensuring regulatory compliance across diverse investor types.

You will perform ongoing monitoring, reviews, and reporting, while maintaining data integrity in the AML/KYC databases. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential.