KYC Specialist – 12-Month Contract

FirstRand Bank Limited; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Challenging work

Innovation opportunities

Job summary

FirstRand Bank Limited is seeking a highly organized KYC Consultant to verify client information, investigate queries, and ensure compliance with AML/KYC policies. The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to streamline KYC review information and meet SLA deadlines.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in a CIB environment, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with Excel and related business software, to support risk controls and regulatory alignment.

Qualifications

• Honours degree or postgraduate qualification in Law, Compliance or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a CIB environment.
• Experience in a compliance, AML/KYC client-oriented position.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills.
• Proficient in Excel and other business software.

Responsibilities

• Receive and resolve client queries via email or telephone and investigate disputes.
• Verify client KYC information and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Engage clients to obtain required documentation and pre-populate data.
• Meet deadlines according to service level agreements and quality checks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline KYC review information.

Skills

KYC

AML

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Excel

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Honours degree or postgraduate qualification in Law/Compliance

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

FirstRand Bank Limited is seeking a highly organized KYC Consultant to verify client information, investigate queries, and ensure compliance with AML/KYC policies. The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to streamline KYC review information and meet SLA deadlines.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in a CIB environment, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with Excel and related business software, to support risk controls and regulatory alignment.