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Citi

Global financial services including banking, investment

KYC Operations Analyst

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
HybridUAE nationals only; hybrid role in Dubai.

About the job

Requirements
  • Strong written and oral communication skills - Ability to interact and facilitate across diverse audiences, including Senior Management
  • Ability to support and obtain buy-in from others and lead by example of high performance
  • Relevant experience with similar responsibilities in a high volume, fast-paced environment and industry systems and platforms
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Basic project participation experience
  • Experience contributing to a collaborative environment through knowledge sharing and mutual respect.
  • Business experience in the Consumer and Commercial Banking industry and experience within a medium/large financial organization, including knowledge of banking products and different types of transactions and client-facing procedures.
  • Relevant work experience and understanding of global and local AML KYC regulations, associated risks of non-compliance and changing dynamics, and knowledge of KYC processes throughout the client life cycle.
  • Understanding of the inter-dependencies of roles within KYC process and requirements for KYC Record successful completion across relevant client types.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance, AML transaction/risk monitoring tools, and solving AML related issues.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office user (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to perform moderately complex queries.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • AML-KYC related certification would be an advantage
Responsibilities
  • Conduct client profile reviews for customer accounts, ensuring all information and supporting documentation comply with applicable local regulations, Citi policies, and KYC standards. Update KYC records and client profiles within required timelines and prior to due dates.
  • Perform activities related to transaction monitoring, including preparation and analysis of Management Information System (MIS) reports, and actively participate in quality review discussions and governance forums.
  • Support the implementation of technology enhancements, policy updates, and regulatory changes by conducting gap analyses, assessing impacts, and communicating requirements to relevant stakeholders.
  • Contribute to process automation initiatives and support the timely implementation of new and revised policies, procedures, and operational controls.
  • Maintain and update capacity plans, perform time-and-motion studies, and analyze resource utilization to support workforce planning and operational efficiency initiatives.
  • Review, draft, and maintain operational procedures to ensure alignment with current policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
  • Prepare, validate, and publish daily operational MIS and monthly management reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful insights for stakeholders.
  • Ensure you are meeting quality threshold for all the reviews completed.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps, recommending enhancements, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve productivity, quality, and control effectiveness.
  • Ensure adherence to Citi's risk and control framework by escalating issues appropriately, maintaining high standards of compliance, and supporting a strong culture of accountability and operational excellence.
Desired Qualifications
  • AML-KYC related certification would be an advantage

About the company

Citi provides financial services including consumer banking, credit, investment banking, and wealth management to individuals, corporations, and governments. The company operates by earning interest on loans and collecting fees for managing investments, processing trades, and facilitating cross-border transactions through its digital platforms. Unlike many local banks, Citi maintains a physical and digital presence in over 160 countries, allowing it to serve as a single partner for clients with global financial needs. Its goal is to drive growth and profitability for its clients and shareholders while supporting environmental and social sustainability initiatives.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1812

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue hit $24.8 billion, Citi's best quarterly revenue in a decade.
  • Citi Commerce Media monetizes 6.5 billion annual transactions across 70 million customers.
  • Q2 2026 deposits reached $1.5 trillion, and Banamex stake sales strengthened capital.

What critics are saying

  • Citi cut 7,000 jobs since late 2025; more layoffs hit compliance and risk teams.
  • Citi still works through data governance and regulatory reporting remediation under 2020 consent orders.
  • Banamex separation and heavy automation threaten execution; mishandled controls risk another regulatory crackdown.

What makes Citi unique

  • Citi moves nearly $6 trillion daily, giving unmatched cross-border payments scale and reach.
  • Citi Token Services and stablecoin rails bridge fiat, tokens, and regulated settlement.
  • Citi Stylus Workspaces reaches 180,000 employees; Arc embeds agentic AI across businesses.

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