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Associate- KYC Analyst

Job title: Associate- KYC Analyst
Contract type: Permanent
Location: New York
Specialisation: Banking & Financial Services / Insurance
Salary: USD 75,000 - 120,000 (Annual)
Reference: PR/086743
Job published: May 21, 2025 05:39
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is a leading Japan-based financial institution that provides comprehensive financial services globally. In the Americas, the firm offers a wide range of financial solutions, including corporate and investment banking, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), restructuring, private capital advisory, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, foreign exchange, custody services, and research.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage daily KYC onboarding requests and inquiries.

  • Collect and verify information and documents from front offices or customers, including FinCEN document & ID, etc.

  • Ensure accuracy of customer information in the KYC platform and conduct due diligence and know your customer processes, including negative news and sanction screenings and risk assessment.

  • Collect Dodd-Frank protocols from the customers or via front desks and ensure the data is properly registered in the system for reporting purposes.

  • Work closely with front offices, compliance, other operations, and other relevant sections to complete customer onboarding in a timely manner.

  • Ensure new client’s profile and products are registered in the systems and accounts are opened by specific due dates.

  • Support direct team manager and other team members when needed.

 

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • 3+ years of experience in KYC processes and BSA/AML regulations.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese (Bilingual Japanese-English).

  • Ability to execute effectively in a high-pressure environment.

  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

  • Strong sense of accountability and ownership of tasks.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work well in a team environment.

  • Appropriate and confidential handling of customer data.

 

LOCATION New York, NY (Hybrid)  

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full-time

 

SALARY USD 75,000-120,000 Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and experience.

 

BENEFITS

  • Medical, dental, vision, 401K and others

  • Eligible to receive a discretionary bonus


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