KYC Analyst (CONTRACT)

Basildon - Essex SS15 6SD
Contract
£250-£275 per day pay (Outside IR35)

Skills: KYC, KYC ANALYST, KYC SPECIALIST, WEALTH MANAGEMENT, FINANCIAL SERVICES, AML, SAR, SAR REPORTING, SAR ENGAGEMENT

KYC Analyst - Wealth Management
Location: London St James 
Salary/Day Rate: £250-£300 per day Outside IR35 
3 month contract with possibility of extension
 
KYC Analyst
 
Deerfoot Recruitment is assisting Wealth Management recruiting for a KYC Analyst to join a dynamic and fast-paced compliance team within the Asset and Wealth Management sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring adherence to UK regulatory standards, focusing on performing Know Your Customer (KYC) checks, Identity & Verification (ID&V), and conducting Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for a wide range of clients, including private individuals, corporates, and legal entities.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct ID&V checks for private individuals, corporate entities, and complex structures
  • Perform KYC reviews, ensuring compliance with UK regulatory requirements
  • Carry out Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk clients, including assessing ownership structures and verifying source of funds/wealth
  • Monitor transactions to identify suspicious activity and escalate when necessary
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices
  • Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve compliance queries
Key Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a KYC/AML role within a regulated financial services firm
  • Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations, JMLSG Guidance, and FCA requirements
  • Hands-on experience with transaction monitoring and conducting EDD
  • Familiarity with KYC screening tools such as World-Check, Refinitiv, and LexisNexis
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
Desirable:
  • Professional certifications (ICA, CAMS, or equivalent AML/KYC qualification)
  • Experience in banking, fintech, or investment firms
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to further develop their career in the financial crime and compliance sector. The position offers a hybrid working model, with a competitive salary and potential for career progression.
 
To apply, please submit your CV today!