Compliance Analyst

Convera; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Career growth in global organization

Comprehensive benefits (retirement, P​

Job summary

Convera is seeking a Compliance Analyst to promote a robust AML program and mitigate onboarding risks. The role emphasizes KYC risks and escalations from front-line operations and sales into Compliance.

Responsibilities include analyzing onboarding KYC data, assessing risks, and providing recommendations, plus monitoring controls, implementing regulatory changes, and contributing to training and audits. A strong English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Financial Crime Compliance within a regulated payments or financial services company.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of global regulatory expectations for KYC in US/Canada.

Responsibilities

• Analyse KYC information for onboarding and reaccreditation requiring Compliance investigation.
• Assess risks and provide Compliance recommendations for business relationships.
• Investigate and decide potential PEP matches.
• Provide advisory feedback to KYC Operations teams.
• Monitor and test key KYC controls.
• Track and implement regulatory changes for KYC requirements.
• Support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Develop and deliver training for the KYC Operations team.

Skills

Financial Crime Compliance

English fluency

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

As a Compliance Analyst at Convera, you will help promote a sound Compliance culture across the organisation through ensuring that there is an effective AML programme that effectively mitigates the risk of onboarding customers which are outside of Convera’s risk appetite.

This role is primarily focused on KYC risks and escalations that are received from front line operations and sales teams into Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Analyse KYC information for customers at onboarding and reaccreditation which require a Compliance investigation.
• Utilise strong investigative skills to assess any risks posed by the customer and provide a Compliance recommendation in respect of the business relationship.
• Investigate and decision potential PEP matches.
• Provide advisory and feedback to the KYC Operations teams.
• Monitor and test key KYC controls.
• Track and implement regulatory change for KYC requirements.
• Support internal / external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Develop and deliver online and ad hoc face to face training for the KYC Operations team.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ relative work experience within a Financial Crime Compliance team within a regulated payments or financial services company.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Advanced knowledge of the global Financial Crime Compliance regulatory expectations and best practices for KYC activities, in particular regulations as they relate to both US and Canada.
• Advanced knowledge of onboarding corporate structures, including experience reviewing KYC on different entity types such as Private Companies, Trusts and Funds.
• An ability to resolve and advise on complex issues where analysis requires in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
• An ability to direct the application of existing principles and guides development of new policies and ideas.
• An ability to work independently with no supervision and also a willingness to work collaboratively
• Fluent written and spoken English

About Convera

Convera is a global leader in commercial payments that powers international business by moving money with ease. We provide tech-led payment solutions to help more than 26,000 customers globally grow with confidence, from small businesses to CFOs and treasurers. As experts in foreign exchange, risk and compliance, with an unrivaled regulatory footprint, Convera’s financial network spans more than 140 currencies and 200 countries and territories.

Our teams care deeply about the value we deliver to our customers, which makes Convera a rewarding place to work. This is an exciting time for our organization as we expand our team with growth-minded, results-oriented people who are looking to move fast in an innovative environment.

As a truly global company with employees in over 20 countries, we are passionate about diversity; we seek and celebrate people from different backgrounds , lifestyles, and unique points of view. We want to work with the best people and ensure we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging.

We offer an abundance of competitive perks and benefits including:

• Opportunity to earn a bonus (dependent on performance)
• Great career growth and development opportunities in a global organization

There are plenty of amazing opportunities at Convera for talented, creative problem solvers who never settle for good enough and are looking to transform Business to Business payments.

Pay Transparency Statement

Convera is committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable U.S. state and local laws. For this position, the expected base salary range is [$62,000- $80,000] per year, depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location. We use a tiered geographic pay system to ensure fairness across regions. Candidates in high-cost areas may receive higher offers within the posted range.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Wellness programs and mental health resources

Final compensation and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process and may vary based on individual circumstances and business needs.