KYC/AML Analyst

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented AML/KYC Analyst with a strong legal background to support compliance and risk management efforts. This role is ideal for a professional with experience in anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), customer due diligence (CDD), and regulatory compliance, along with legal training or experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or compliance environment. The AML/KYC Analyst will play a key role in reviewing client profiles, identifying potential risks, and helping ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/KYC reviews for new and existing clients, including customer identification and verification
• Perform client due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) as needed
• Review legal and corporate formation documents, ownership structures, and source of funds information
• Assess client risk and escalate potential issues, suspicious activity, or sanctions concerns
• Ensure compliance with applicable AML, KYC, and related regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all reviews and findings
• Partner with legal, compliance, and business teams to resolve onboarding and monitoring issues
• Assist with periodic reviews, remediation projects, and ongoing monitoring activities
• Support internal audits, regulatory inquiries, and policy updates as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; J.D., paralegal certification, or legal studies background required
• 3+ years of experience in AML, KYC, compliance, legal operations, or a related field
• Strong understanding of AML regulations, sanctions screening, and client onboarding requirements
• Experience reviewing legal entity documents, contracts, and corporate records
• Familiarity with beneficial ownership analysis and risk-based due diligence practices
• Excellent analytical, research, and investigative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance-related systems/tools
• THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ON-SITE FIVE DAYS PER WEEK.