KYC Review Analyst- Ops

City National Bank; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 74,299,000 - 118,746,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

City National Bank is seeking a KYC Review Analyst to conduct Enhanced Due Diligence for commercial loan borrowers and prospects, ensuring compliance with BSA and Patriot Act. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely investigations, and clear documentation across new and existing client relationships.

The analyst will review KYC completeness, resolve missing information, and provide recommendations during onboarding and periodic client reviews, working with line units as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years’ experience in Banking Services, branch operations, risk management or related function.
• 2 years’ experience in BSA/AML.
• 2 years’ experience using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for commercial loan borrowers and prospect reviews.
• Investigate, research and prepare documentation/summaries consistent with investigation resolutions.
• Review and clearance of potential negative news alerts during onboarding and periodic client reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KYC REVIEW ANALYST- OPS WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence background investigations for commercial loan borrowers in adherence with credit policy and compliance with BSA and USA Patriot Act. Responsible for the quality assurance and integrity of the “Know Your Client” (KYC) program on new and existing client relationships. Perform review and provide clearance on potential negative news alerts for new clients or during periodic client reviews. Perform prospect client reviews and provide recommendations prior to onboarding prospects as well as other referrals from line units.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

The KYC Review (Specialist – Senior) will perform Enhance Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for commercial loan borrowers and prospect reviews utilizing a variety of internal bank systems and external research tools to investigate, research, and prepare documentation/summaries consistent with resolution of investigation. Perform timely investigations with well-reasoned and supported decision-making. Conducts follow-up with line colleagues for any missing or necessary information. Completes required training. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. KYC – the analyst is able to perform review and clearance of potential negative news alerts on new clients and during periodic client reviews and escape true matches accordingly. KYC – the analyst is able to review and verify that a Know Your Client (KYC) is completed for new accounts, and Anticipated Activity questions for Business and Individual clients with new transactional accounts.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Requires 3-5 years’ experience in Banking Services, branch operations, risk management or related function Two years’ of BSA/AML experience 2 years’ experience using Microsoft Office

Additional Qualifications Analytical skills, solid understanding of deposit and loan transactions, use of good judgment, attention to detail, internet savvy, good knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT acts. Great communication and writing skills.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Compensation Starting base salary: $25.93 – $41.43 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.

Benefits and Perks

At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including: Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date Generous 401(k) company matching contribution Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks .

ABOUT US

Since day one we’ve always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us .

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.