KYC & AML Compliance Specialist (CDD/EDD)

FROGG Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

FROGG Recruitment represents a financial services client seeking a KYC Administrator in Rosebank/Sandton, Johannesburg. The successful candidate will perform KYC/CDD checks and ensure AML compliance for new and existing clients, handling confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities include document verification, due diligence, screening against sanctions/PEP lists, and maintaining records in KYC/CRM systems. 3–4 years in a KYC/AML/compliance role is required.

Qualifications

• AML/KYC knowledge required.
• 3–4 years experience in KYC/AML/Compliance in financial services.
• Familiarity with screening tools such as LexisNexis.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC, CDD and EDD checks on new and existing clients (individuals and corporate entities).
• Verify client identity documents, proof of address, source of funds, and source of wealth.
• Screen clients against sanctions lists, PEP databases, and adverse media using LexisNexis or similar.
• Maintain accurate client records within internal KYC/CRM systems.
• Perform periodic reviews of existing client files based on risk classification (low/medium/high).
• Escalate suspicious activity or high‑risk clients to the MLRO or Compliance Manager.

Skills

AML/KYC knowledge

Screening tools

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Discretion

Education

Matric and AML/KYC cert

Tools

LexisNexis

Job description

FROGG Recruitment represents a financial services client seeking a KYC Administrator in Rosebank/Sandton, Johannesburg. The successful candidate will perform KYC/CDD checks and ensure AML compliance for new and existing clients, handling confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities include document verification, due diligence, screening against sanctions/PEP lists, and maintaining records in KYC/CRM systems. 3–4 years in a KYC/AML/compliance role is required.