KYC Analyst

Job Duties

• Conduct periodic and ad-hoc KYC reviews across various client risk categories, ensuring compliance with Citi's standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and manage KYC records, develop action plans for expiring documentation, and ensure timely updates to prevent overdue records.
• Promptly escalate any suspicious activities or product usage from an AML perspective to senior management for further investigation.
• Support Citi's KYC initiatives in alignment with CBSU AML KYC Operations procedures.
• Assess account eligibility and determine scope for KYC review.
• Perform client identification, verification, and screening, including validation of personal details (e.g., address, employment, PEP/SPF connections) using internal data and approved third-party sources.
• Execute enhanced due diligence checks, including negative news and social media screening, based on initial findings.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure thorough due diligence and accurate documentation review.
• Coordinate with Outreach or Relationship Managers to obtain missing information required for KYC completion.
• Maintain high-quality standards (90%+ accuracy) in all KYC reviews.
• Report technical issues or procedural uncertainties to management for resolution.
• Ensure files undergo Quality Control (QC) review before submission and address any discrepancies identified.
• Submit finalized records for Business Approval and resolve any issues flagged during the review process.
• Engage directly with customers when necessary to gather required information.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Has AML experience/background
• Multilingual is an advantage

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