Junior KYC Consultant

Job Description

The Junior KYC Consultant ensures the bank operates in a compliant and risk-controlled environment by managing client due diligence activities. The position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and validating client information to build accurate and complete KYC profiles, helping the organization understand its clients, assess potential risks, and meet regulatory obligations, while enabling smooth and efficient business operations.

Responsibilities 

• Manage KYC onboarding and periodic client reviews (recertifications)
• Collect, review, and validate client documents for accuracy and completeness
• Perform gap analysis and follow up on missing or inconsistent information
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Build and verify client ownership structures (beneficial ownership)
• Assess basic client risk factors and flag potential issues
• Escalate complex or high-risk cases to compliance teams
• Update and maintain client data in internal systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, or related field
• Experience in KYC, AML, Compliance, or Banking Operations (0 - 3 years)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to review and interpret legal and financial documents
• Understanding of KYC, AML, and regulatory frameworks (FATCA, MiFID, AEOI - is a plus)
• Strong communication skills (client-facing and internal stakeholders)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Additional Information

(Hybrid work, with 2/3 days of work in the office in LISBON per week)

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