Analyst, KYC Specialist

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MUFG is seeking a conscientious Know Your Customer Analyst to join its esteemed team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for you to uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and operational excellence within a Bank committed to quality. As a Know Your Customer Analyst, your expertise will be central to safeguarding the organisation's reputation through comprehensive KYC assessments, supporting system enhancements, and contributing meaningfully to the refinement of internal processes. The institution offers conducive working arrangements, continuous professional development, and the privilege of collaborating with colleagues who are dedicated to fostering your growth. Should you aspire to a position where your diligence is both recognised and nurtured, this appointment represents an opportunity in your professional journey.

What you will do:

In the capacity of Know Your Customer Analyst, you will engage in a spectrum of responsibilities integral to preserving the integrity of the organisation's compliance framework. Your daily undertakings will encompass meticulous examination of client profiles to ensure alignment with both statutory obligations and internal standards. You will play an instrumental role in advancing system enhancement initiatives designed to optimise operational workflows while also providing indispensable support during audits through precise document preparation. By fostering close cooperation with colleagues across various departments—including compliance teams at both regional and global echelons—you will significantly contribute to process optimisation efforts that elevate accuracy and mitigate risk. Your adept communication skills will be essential as you deliver educational sessions for stakeholders, mentor less experienced staff members, and respond thoughtfully to audit inquiries. This multifaceted appointment affords you the opportunity to make substantive contributions whilst furthering your expertise within a collegial team environment.

• Conduct thorough quality checks of KYC profiles prepared by KYC Makers and Relationship Managers, ensuring strict adherence to local regulations as well as internal policies.

• Ensure the timely execution of KYC verifications in accordance with prevailing legislation, thereby minimising organisational risk through vigilant oversight of due dates.

• Safeguard data integrity within customer databases by systematically reviewing information and escalating any discrepancies or adverse findings in accordance with established protocols.

• Contribute to system enhancement projects by participating in user acceptance testing processes aimed at elevating operational efficiency across KYC functions.

• Collaborate closely with KYC Makers to update existing customer records on AML/KYC systems, ensuring all documentation remains current and compliant.

• Assist both internal teams and external stakeholders by preparing audit documentation, performing data analysis, and responding promptly to requests from headquarters or regional offices.

• Advance overall KYC procedures by identifying opportunities for improvement, proactively reducing return ratios and overdue cases through diligent process management.

• Organise seminars and training sessions for stakeholders such as Relationship Managers and second line of defence teams to cultivate a deeper understanding of KYC requirements.

• Coach and guide KYC Maker on best practices for maintaining exemplary KYC profiles, thereby promoting knowledge sharing within the team.

• Work collaboratively with compliance partners at regional or global levels to review operating manuals, update procedural guidelines, and implement new regulatory directives.

What you will bring:

The ideal appointee for the Know Your Customer Analyst position brings demonstrable experience from roles encompassing compliance monitoring or customer due diligence within reputable financial institutions. Your professional background reflects not only technical proficiency but also an empathetic approach towards collaborative endeavours—valuing transparent communication, mutual support, and shared learning. You have cultivated robust interpersonal skills that enable you to gain trust among colleagues across diverse departments. Your attention to detail ensures every assignment is executed with precision; concurrently, your adaptability enables you to flourish amidst evolving regulatory landscapes. With a solid grounding in data interpretation coupled with exceptional organisational capabilities, you are adept at managing multiple priorities efficiently without compromising on quality. Above all else, your commitment to ethical conduct renders you an invaluable custodian of the organisation's reputation for probity.

• Possession of a bachelor's degree is a requisite, ideally complemented by no fewer than three years' pertinent experience within banking or financial services environments focused on compliance or KYC functions.

• Demonstrated analytical acumen enabling accurate interpretation of complex data sets whilst discerning potential risks or inconsistencies within client information.

• Proficiency in utilising PC applications including spreadsheets, databases, and presentation tools which underpins efficient document preparation and data analysis activities.

• Comprehensive understanding of local regulations as well as relevant anti-money laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) legislative requirements.

• Good written and verbal English language skills permitting effective collaboration with regional offices or global teams when updating procedural manuals or addressing audit requests.

• Capacity for cooperative engagement within cross-functional teams—demonstrating empathy, dependability, and an eagerness to share knowledge for collective success.

• Proven record of delivering high-calibre results under stringent deadlines whilst adhering rigorously to company policies, guidelines, and regulatory mandates.

What sets this company apart:

MUFG is a leading global financial institution that values Impact, Growth and Wellbeing. Our leadership seeks to inspire and shape a better workplace. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees are encouraged to grow their careers while supporting the MUFG's mission. We want our people to realise their full potential, making their own unique mark through their work.

What's next:

If you are interested in this type of role and have the required skills and experience, please send in your application.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.