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Senior KYC / Client Onboarding Analyst
Location:
The City
Salary:
Day Rate £220 PAYE
The Role
You will be responsible for managing end-to-end client onboarding and periodic KYC reviews, ensuring full compliance with global regulatory standards while acting as a key point of escalation within the team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong AML/KYC expertise
looking to take on broader responsibility, stakeholder exposure, and process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Client Onboarding & Reviews
Manage new client onboarding cases from initiation through to approval
Conduct periodic KYC reviews in line with regulatory requirements
Ensure all activities are completed accurately and within required timelines
Regulatory Compliance
Apply strong working knowledge of AML/KYC regulations
Support compliance with MiFID, EMIR, FATCA, and CRS frameworks
Complete and review Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) documentation
Stakeholder Management
Liaise with internal stakeholders including Compliance, Legal, and Relationship Managers
Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for escalations within onboarding and review processes
Maintain clear and effective communication with clients during onboarding
Data & Systems Management
Maintain accurate client records across internal systems
Perform data quality checks and housekeeping across platforms (e.g. SFD/META systems)
Process Improvement & Projects
Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to onboarding processes
Support ad hoc projects and system enhancements led by the Head of Team
Requirements
Proven experience in KYC / AML / Client Onboarding within financial services
Strong knowledge of AML/KYC regulations
Familiarity with MiFID, EMIR, FATCA, and CRS
Exposure to Project Finance KYC is highly desirable
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
ACAMS (or equivalent) qualification preferred
