Average Kyc Analyst salary in London

About the Role:A leading Investment Bank is seeking a highly motivated KYC Client Onboarding Analyst to join its growing Capital Markets business in Europe. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the build-out and management of the end-to-end onboarding (Transition) function across Capital Markets, focusing primarily on low-touch client onboarding for businesses in the UK and Ireland. Key Responsibilities: Champion a client-focused culture to deepen relationships and leverage the Bank's global network, systems, and expertise. Work with the Client Chaperone and Prime Services Transition teams to build out an efficient onboarding process across CMF and FX products. Independently manage the front-to-back onboarding of low-touch clients (banks, brokers, and cash counterparties), liaising with business units, Credit, KYC, Legal, and Operations teams to facilitate go-lives. Prioritise and manage the onboarding pipeline to optimise resource use and ensure efficient client activation. Serve as the single point of contact for low-touch clients throughout the relationship lifecycle, managing onboarding items pre- and post-go-live. Provide regular updates to Sales Desks, Desk Heads, and Business Managers. Manage projects from a business perspective, including regulatory initiatives, client refreshes, and remediation. Maintain high standards of operational risk management, regulatory compliance, and adherence to internal policies. Foster a high-performance, inclusive work environment aligned with the Bank's values and strategy. Client Relations Focus: Ensure a smooth and client-centric onboarding experience by coordinating all onboarding elements — Credit, KYC, Legal, and Operational Set-Up — with minimal client disruption. Key Partnerships: Collaborate closely with Capital Markets Sales Desks and senior stakeholders to manage onboarding priorities and drive efficiencies. Act as a key liaison between business units and operational teams while remaining distinct from daily KYC onboarding team activities. Requirements 3 years experience in the finance industry with a strong interest in financial markets. Solid background in Capital Markets with working knowledge of FICC, Equities, Prime Services, and client onboarding processes. Understanding of derivatives products and applicable regulations. Proven client focus and extensive experience in client-facing roles. Strong communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills. Experience managing relationships with business desks and senior internal stakeholders. Benefits £35k - 45k - initial 12 month contract which could be extended further and/or made permanent.

Our client, a leading International Bank, is looking for KYC Analysts for their offices in London and other locations in England. We are inviting applications for KYC Analyst with following experiences. Job Role: Target Customers to Review & find the Gaps : Retail Individual & SME Customers Finding Gap Analysis for KYC documents for individual customersFinding Gap Transactions Analysis for individual customersCDD for individual customers KYC and TransactionPhysical File Reviews and contact the customers to complete the file for all the Gaps identified Coordinate with QA/QC and complete the file for the customers Job Responsibility: ? To obtain the outstanding KYC documentation for customer files which are currently KYC deficient.? Request evidence related to KYC to satisfy internal procedures and request additional documentation to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements Document findings using required audit process/procedures.? Identify where evidence is missing and chase in a timely fashion Identify breaches of QA standards Spot and report fraud or suspicious activity.? Apply company policies and procedures to each stage of the customer file review and remediation. Check physical documents of the Individual customers and finding the Gaps Qualifications, skills and capabilities required: ? Previous KYC experience within Financial Services (minimum 3 years) Experience in quality assurance and control Experience with workflow tools.? The person needs to have some AML knowledge, experience and must know the AML client verification process - CDD, EDD, Source of Funds and Source of Wealth - (across retails clients, firms, trust, other corporate structures, complex structures, high risk jurisdictions etc- undertake investigations into ownership structures and advise on best course of actions to ensure customers are identified and verified). Knowledge of the FATF 40 recommendations, JMLSG Guidance notes, Money Laundering Regulations, Financial Crime Guide and relevant industry guidance essential.? Attention to detail. Ability to be highly flexible and react swiftly to changing priorities and urgent situations. Ability to work independently and to work in a team.? Analytical approach with the ability to interpret and articulate results.? Technical knowledge of the UK and EU financial crime regulatory regime (across AML, ABC, sanctions, terrorist financing, fraud) and an awareness of current developments and issues.? Needs to be aware of fraud risk typologies.? Needs to have confidence to be able to phone people/clients and to liaise with various stakeholders.? It is essential that you possess the ability to prioritise workload effectively and a can-do attitude and not afraid to venture into the unknown.? It is beneficial to have a good working knowledge of Internet Explorer and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

KYC AnalystLondon / Remote£50000 - £60000 per annumOur rapidly expanding client is a Fintech business in London looking for  currently in the process of building out a large KYC AML team as their business continues to grow within the market. Ideally the client is looking for people to start as early as possibleResponsibilities: Performing the due diligence on new Clients, requesting the KYC information, documentation, review and verification of received documentation and making an analytical risk assessment for new Clients.Thoroughly and succinctly document the research and analysis related to the financial activity and related entities of Clients, for an audience that includes Management, Regulators, Internal Audit, Senior Managers and Internal Compliance.Periodically evaluate existing Clients according to established policies and procedures.Periodical review of KYC records as to completeness, including verifying that due diligence has been performed and that CBC (due diligence) standards are complied with; also that the files and risk assessments are current and up to date.Investigating high risk clients and reporting where necessary, including Politically Exposed Persons, and obtaining all necessary documentation to complete the client file.Process entries to open/close clients’ account on our KYC / Related Parties and CDD database, and instruct Client Desk to open/close the accounts on account level in Equation where applicable.Maintain continuous contact with customer in order to keep customer file updated.Process amended client’ records on our KYC / RP and CDD database.Communicate effectively and efficiently with relevant internal and external parties to obtain KYC documents.Have a thorough understanding of client’s business and related parties in order to monitor client’s activities for unusual transactions. Qualifications: Degree in a suitable subject.2-3 years of experience in similar position.Can demonstrate experience in KYC work within the financial service industry.Good understanding of AML and CTF framework.Banking/Hedge fund industry and/or Trust business experience is an advantage.Experience with AML monitoring and screening is an advantage. Compliance qualification is an advantage.Strong research and analytical skills.Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Must have good planning and time management/prioritization skills.Perform further investigation on identified suspicious client and client’s transactions and report to KYC/AML compliance officer. #LI-PB1