Remote KYC EDD Analyst — Risk & Data Insights

SFE; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

SFE is seeking a KYC EDD Analyst to join remotely (US) for a contract role, capable of handling medium to high-risk profiles and delivering data-driven analyses. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely escalations, and strong stakeholder communication.

Candidates should have five+ years in Banking/FS, proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint, and familiarity with AML/KYC tools; ACAMS/CAMI certifications are preferred. The role requires proactive problem solving in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in Banking/Financial Services.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; advanced Excel and VBA scripting are a plus.
• Experience with AML/KYC tools and databases (World Check, LexisNexis, Bankers Almanac, adverse/negative news searches, OFAC, Factiva, RDC, SEC, FINRA, OneSource, Orbis).
• ACAMS/CAMI KYC certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate internal and external medium- to high-risk profiles and data to deliver analyses.
• Prepare escalations to senior management to ensure timely KYC records.
• Maintain productivity and quality targets per client agreements.
• Identify issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive resolutions.
• Respond to client queries and manage escalations promptly.
• Establish infrastructure to collect process data and generate MIS per SLAs/KPIs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement corrective actions.
• Review narratives for Medium/High Risk clients and provide qualitative feedback.
• Perform reputational risk assessments and screening for sanctions/PEP.

Skills

English communication

Five years Banking/FS experience

ACAMS CAMI preferred

Excel/PowerPoint

VBA scripting (adv)

AML/KYC tools (World Check, LexisNexis

Sanctions screening experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

VBA

World Check

LexisNexis

OFAC screening

Factiva

Job description

SFE is seeking a KYC EDD Analyst to join remotely (US) for a contract role, capable of handling medium to high-risk profiles and delivering data-driven analyses. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely escalations, and strong stakeholder communication.

Candidates should have five+ years in Banking/FS, proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint, and familiarity with AML/KYC tools; ACAMS/CAMI certifications are preferred. The role requires proactive problem solving in a dynamic environment.