Senior Analyst, U.S. KYC Refresh

Scotiabank; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefit programs

Focus on holistic well-being

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a professional in Dallas, Texas, to assist with KYC refresh and compliance processes within the financial services sector. You will facilitate the onboarding of clients while ensuring adherence to US KYC/AML regulations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1-3 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication and analytical skills. The position offers flexible benefits tailored to support personal well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in financial services with knowledge of regulatory frameworks.
• Basic understanding of banking and capital markets.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate compliance with KYC regulations for clients.
• Implement new procedures to meet audit standards.
• Review and update client onboarding information.

Skills

KYC compliance

AML regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, legal or related field

Job description

Purpose

Assists in the KYC refresh of existing client relationships, working with the business lines and clients. Includes US KYC / AML, FINRA, BSA, SEC, FATCA and other regulations impacting the US Business. Escalates KYC, AML & Sanctions related issues and concerns to appropriate teams.

What You’ll Do

• Facilitate the Periodic Refresh of US Global Banking and Markets clients in an efficient, compliant and client‑centric manner.
• Work with team members and stakeholders to implement new procedures and regulations to meet and exceed internal / external audit standards.
• Follow and adhere to AML controls, including review of high‑risk customers, PEP screenings, and standard KYC / AML procedures.
• Update onboarding platform tool with new / updated client information, as required.
• Resolve day to day matters during the onboarding process; escalation of complex issues to appropriate departments and team members for resolution.
• Continually acquire and enhance knowledge of both the Bank’s and the Division’s business strategies and policies, risk management practices and methodologies, product offerings, financial markets, financial instruments, regulatory requirements, and Bank Office processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of 1‑3 years in financial services and recognized expertise of current and anticipated regulatory frameworks impacting client onboarding in the US – namely, US KYC/AML, BSA, SEC, FINRA and FATCA.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, legal or related field; compliance or equivalent experience.
• A basic understanding of the banking and capital markets business is necessary, as is a client‑centric approach to the role. Will require work outside of traditional business hours from time to time.
• Must be able to operate effectively within a stressful environment with changing priorities and tight time frames.
• Strong communications, analytical, organizational, project management, and planning skills.
• Knowledge of businesses, products, operations, systems, and organization; and ability to work independently and in team setting.

What’s in it for you?

Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work – and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well‑being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

Scotiabank is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.