Senior KYC Analyst
HybridTlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico
Job Summary
Lead high-risk and complex KYC cases while providing SME advice and decision-making for AML/KYC queries. Engage with Compliance and the MLRO to obtain guidance on high-risk transactions, PEP cases, and unusual activity, escalating and reporting any identified red flags. Enhance risk frameworks, drive Fenergo optimization, and support audit, regulatory, and governance activities. Own end-to-end control effectiveness, lead audit responses, and define control methodologies to drive KPI/KRI and quality governance. Mentor team capability and partner with Risk, Compliance, and Audit stakeholders to embed continuous improvement. Work hybrid, averaging two days per week from an HPE office.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years AML/KYC or financial crime experience
- Possesses, or is committed to obtaining, a recognised Anti-Money Laundering certification (such as ACAMS) or an equivalent credential from a relevant compliance or industry body
- Advanced AML/KYC expertise
- Strong investigative and risk assessment capability
- Leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- Deep knowledge of KYC platforms (e.g., Fenergo)
- Ability to act as a senior KYC analyst, exercising sound judgement on AML/KYC decisions, managing the alerts process, and providing guidance and approvals to analysts on standard transactions
- Work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree
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