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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
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Manage new client onboarding cases from initiation through to approval
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Conduct periodic KYC reviews in line with regulatory requirements
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Ensure all activities are completed accurately and within required timelines

Regulatory Compliance
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Apply strong working knowledge of AML/KYC regulations
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Support compliance with MiFID, EMIR, FATCA, and CRS frameworks
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Complete and review Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) documentation

Stakeholder Management
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Liaise with internal stakeholders including Compliance, Legal, and Relationship Managers
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Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for escalations within onboarding and review processes
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Maintain clear and effective communication with clients during onboarding

Data & Systems Management
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Maintain accurate client records across internal systems
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Perform data quality checks and housekeeping across platforms (e.g. SFD/META systems)

Process Improvement & Projects
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Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to onboarding processes
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Support ad hoc projects and system enhancements led by the Head of Team
Requirements*
Proven experience in KYC / AML / Client Onboarding within financial services
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Strong knowledge of AML/KYC regulations
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Familiarity with MiFID, EMIR, FATCA, and CRS
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Exposure to Project Finance KYC is highly desirable
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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ACAMS (or equivalent) qualification preferred