Client Onboarding & KYC Analyst

SMBC Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SMBC Group is a leading global financial institution seeking an Analyst to support KYC and AML processes within the Client Management team. The role involves onboarding, periodic reviews, account openings, and due diligence, ensuring regulatory compliance and smooth client lifecycle management.

You will collaborate with Compliance, Relationship Managers, and Operations to obtain necessary documents, resolve issues, and maintain accurate records while contributing to operational efficiency and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in a corporate bank or financial institution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of KYC, AML, and client onboarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Support KYC onboarding, periodic reviews, remediation, and account maintenance for institutional clients.
• Coordinate with Compliance, Relationship Managers, Operations, and stakeholders to obtain required documentation.
• Review client documentation for completeness and resolve any missing information.
• Respond to inquiries and support day-to-day client onboarding and lifecycle processing.
• Escalate compliance concerns or documentation deficiencies when needed.
• Participate in ad hoc projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics/Legal Studies

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $63,000.00 and $75,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Role Description

The Analyst within the Client Management team supports the execution of Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes in accordance with the Bank’s policies and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for assisting with key client lifecycle activities, including client onboarding, periodic KYC reviews, account openings and maintenance, and due diligence reviews. The Analyst works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely completion of KYC requirements while contributing to operational efficiency and a positive client experience.

Scope

Support, execute, and coordinate the maintenance of KYC records and client lifecycle activities, including onboarding, account maintenance, periodic reviews, and due diligence processes.

Responsibilities

• Support KYC onboarding, periodic review, remediation, and account maintenance activities for institutional clients in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Compliance, Relationship Managers, Operations, and other internal and external stakeholders to obtain required documentation and facilitate timely completion of client due diligence reviews.
• Review client documentation for completeness and accuracy, identify missing information, and assist in resolving documentation or processing issues.
• Respond to routine inquiries from internal business partners and support day-to-day processing requests related to client onboarding and lifecycle management activities.
• Escalate potential compliance concerns, operational risks, or documentation deficiencies to senior team members for review and guidance.
• Participate in ad hoc projects.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in a corporate bank or other financial institution.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Legal Studies, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of KYC, AML, and client onboarding processes within a financial institution.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates initiative, willingness to learn, and adaptability to changing business requirements. Formal credit training a plus.

Additional Requirements

SMBC’s employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA‑registered roles for which in‑office attendance for the entire workweek is required.

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.