Sr. KYC Analyst

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role Overview

The Senior KYC Analyst supports the enterprise First Line of Defence (1LOD) Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Know Your Customer (KYC) function. Reporting to a KYC Operations Team Lead within the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, the analyst ensures timely end-to-end AML/KYC processes across client onboarding, periodic reviews, and event-driven reviews, guaranteeing compliance with Northern Trust policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain KYC records by obtaining information and supporting documentation from internal and external sources.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers and client-facing teams to obtain necessary documentation directly from clients.
• Review received information and documentation to ensure compliance with Northern Trust AML/KYC policies and procedures.
• Validate information within the KYC system of record, ensuring Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) are complete and accurate.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk clients, including Politically Exposed Person (PEP) analysis and completion of relevant EDD forms.
• Analyze complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and applicable jurisdictional KYC requirements.
• Work with Second Line of Defence (2LOD) and the KYC Centre of Excellence (CoE) / Program Management teams regarding policy or procedural questions.
• Ensure timely follow-up to complete KYC within required deadlines and meet KRI/KPI targets.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress and outstanding requirements.
• Support KYC Analysts with complex KYC queries to minimize outreach to external teams.
• Attend and participate in regular AML awareness training sessions to support the quality and consistency of deliverables.

Qualifications and Experience

• A college or university degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Prior experience in an AML/KYC function.
• Experience analysing complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and jurisdiction-specific KYC requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team player with strong time-management skills.
• Proven communication skills with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and an analytical mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role, including Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, and Stamp 1G permissions.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and to the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history, and employees worldwide give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [email protected] or discuss your individual requirements with your recruiter.

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