[Hiring] Analyst @Careers at Tide

Role Description

A KYC (Know Your Customer) Analyst is a professional responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations and policies related to customer identification and due diligence in the First line of Defence to fight against financial crime. The primary role of a KYC analyst is to verify the identity of customers, assess the risks associated with their activities, and monitor transactions to detect and prevent money laundering, fraud and other financial crimes. By conducting cross-platform research, including investigations on platforms such as Company's House and social media, you will gather client-specific analysis for KYC purposes and fulfill the requisite onboarding due diligence.

KYC analysts play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of financial systems and preventing illicit activities. Their work is essential for financial institutions, fintech companies, and other entities subject to KYC regulations.

• Verify the identity of new customers by collecting and analyzing relevant documentation, such as government-issued IDs, proof of address, and business registration documents.
• Assess the risk associated with each customer based on factors such as their industry, geographic location, transaction patterns, and the nature of their business activities.
• Liaise with the KYC policies and procedures to ensure a consistent understanding of compliance requirements throughout.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on all customers to ensure that their business activities align with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Recognize areas for enhancement to improve both efficiency and the overall member experience.
• Extend assistance whenever required within the business.

Qualifications

• You excel in taking initiative and exhibit a natural curiosity about the entire KYC principles and processes.
• Ideally, you possess over a year of work experience in KYC/compliance, preferably within a highly regulated environment.
• You demonstrate a clear understanding and effective application of the regulatory requirements in the UK.
• You possess a robust understanding and hands-on experience with CDD and EDD processes.
• You bring prior experience in working with Google Sheets.
• You possess an analytical mindset, capable of digesting large datasets and effortlessly identifying patterns and trends.
• You have outstanding English communication skills, both in written and verbal form.
• You demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively within a team, make impactful decisions, pursue goals with determination, proactively address challenges, and adapt seamlessly to various people and working styles.

Benefits

• Make work, work for you! We support flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Self & Family Health Insurance.
• Term & Life Insurance.
• OPD Benefits.
• Mental wellbeing through Plumm.
• Learning & Development Budget.
• WFH Setup allowance.
• 15 days of Privilege leaves.
• 12 days of Casual leaves.
• 12 days of Sick leaves.
• 3 paid days off for volunteering or L&D activities.
• Stock Options (If applicable).