Transactional KYC Analyst — Compliance

Carta; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 53,635 - 67,065; Full time

Job summary

Carta is seeking a Transactional KYC Analyst in Hamilton, NJ to work at the intersection of private equity deal-making and regulatory compliance. You will conduct risk analysis, review ownership structures, and help ensure transactions are compliant.

You’ll collaborate with deal teams, legal and compliance professionals on live transactions, with opportunities to grow in a fast-moving private markets environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of working or internship experience in a legal sector role, regulatory compliance, or related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and meticulous approach to complex structures.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a professional presence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving compliance environment.
• Familiarity with fund structures, offshore jurisdictions, or KYC tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dig into transaction structures with deal teams to identify counterparties and assess risk.
• Unpack ownership structures such as fund vehicles, SPVs, partnerships, and trusts.
• Drive materials-gathering and documentation for timely KYC reviews.
• Keep deals compliant by coordinating with legal and compliance across jurisdictions.

Skills

KYC

Regulatory compliance

Legal administration

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Tools

WorldCheck

Refinitiv

RDC

Job description

Carta is seeking a Transactional KYC Analyst in Hamilton, NJ to work at the intersection of private equity deal-making and regulatory compliance. You will conduct risk analysis, review ownership structures, and help ensure transactions are compliant.

You’ll collaborate with deal teams, legal and compliance professionals on live transactions, with opportunities to grow in a fast-moving private markets environment.