# KYC Analyst

> Capitex · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Contract · Posted 2025-04-22

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

### **Job Title:** KYC Analyst (Contract)

### **Location:** Dubai, United Arab Emirates

### **Engagement Type:** Contract / Temporary

### **Duration:** 6 months (with potential extension)

### **Rate:** Competitive (dependent on experience)

### **About the Role**

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive **KYC Analyst** to support the onboarding and ongoing due diligence of clients for a leading bank in Dubai. This is a **contract role** ideal for professionals with a strong understanding of **KYC, AML, and regulatory compliance** requirements within the UAE banking environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring the bank meets its compliance obligations by reviewing and validating customer documentation, performing risk assessments, and liaising with internal teams to maintain high-quality client records.

### **Key Responsibilities**

-   Conduct end-to-end **KYC due diligence** for retail and/or corporate clients in line with UAE Central Bank regulations and internal policies.
-   Collect, review, and validate KYC documents including identification, proof of address, legal entity information, and source of wealth/funds.
-   Perform initial and periodic risk assessments and customer risk profiling.
-   Escalate higher-risk clients to compliance or financial crime teams where appropriate.
-   Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and records in accordance with internal and regulatory standards.
-   Liaise with front office, compliance, and operations teams to resolve documentation or risk-related queries.
-   Support remediation and refresh projects, ensuring that KYC files are up to date and compliant.
-   Keep abreast of regulatory changes and assist in implementing updates to KYC processes and controls.

### **Key Requirements**

-   Proven experience in **KYC/AML** roles, preferably within a **banking environment** in the UAE or wider GCC region.
-   Strong knowledge of **UAE Central Bank** regulations, FATF guidelines, and global AML standards.
-   Familiarity with customer types including **retail, corporate, high-net-worth (HNW), and offshore entities**.
-   Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
-   Ability to manage high volumes of work while maintaining quality and turnaround times.
-   Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally.
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and experience with KYC/CRM systems.

### **Preferred Qualifications**

-   Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field.
-   AML or compliance certifications such as **CAMS**, **ICA**, or similar are a plus.
-   Arabic language skills are an advantage, but not required.

### **What’s on Offer**

-   Work with one of the UAE’s top-tier banking institutions.
-   Exposure to a fast-paced, multicultural financial environment.
-   Competitive day rate and potential for contract extension.

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