Kyc & Screening Analyst

We are looking for a KYC & Screening Analyst who will help us grow the company as we support our sales and operations teams in Barcelona, now that we have licences from the Bank of Spain to support our post Brexit strategy. This role will involve both the onboarding and screening of our new and existing clients from Europe and clients worldwide, and also looking for ways to improve the processes we use. **About the team**: We work in a fast paced dynamic environment and the Onboarding Team is in charge of performing due diligence on our new clients, requesting and reviewing KYC information and documents provided by prospects and carrying out an analytical risk assessment. The Onboarding Team also is responsible for the screening of the new and existing clients against sanctions, PEP, adverse media. We are a team that works with speed and accuracy We are also a group of people with an international mindset - curious, explorative and open-minded. We enjoy leaving our comfort zone to reach new heights and push each other to bring out the best in ourselves. If you like a growth opportunity in a dynamic environment and look forward to challenging yourself, keep reading **Meet the team**: - Gabriela Guerrero - Compliance Senior Specialist - Ana Bosc - Compliance & AML Specialist - David Minguillon - Chief Compliance and Risk Officer **Your mission within Kantox**: - Assisting in the performance of new Client due diligence, requesting KYC information, documentation, review and verification of received documentation and making an analytical risk assessment for new Clients; - Assisting with investigations and research on potentially suspicious clients using various internal and external systems and databases and prepare SARs to official regulators - Assisting the Compliance AML Specialist and other members of the Compliance Team; - Carry out KYC refresh on existing clients in order to update our database; - Identify, analyse and solve alerts related PEPs, sanctions lists, changes of Ultimate Beneficial Ownership, Directors, etc; - Completing detailed client AML risk assessment records and maintaining accurate and up to date records of client identification; - Being involved in the external audits by providing the supporting documentation **Who you are** ***: - Qualification in Law or Economics, ideally with some experience in financial services - 2 years experience in a similar role in banking and/ or fintech in the payment services sector - Strong analytical skills, including the use of spreadsheets; detailed focused - Fluent English and Spanish language skills - Good understanding of FX products and businesses - Effective communication, interpersonal and analytical skills - Teamwork attitude - Effective time management and organisational skills - Desired: Certification in AML/CTF or Compliance **Our culture**: - An environment of innovation, accountability, and constructive feedback - A diverse and multicultural team of over 40 different nationalities - Grow your role and build your career with our learning and development opportunities. - A collaborative and inclusive culture of sharing and teamwork. Build connections for life. - Hybrid working and flexible hours so you can work when and where you feel best - Some testimonials: “The culture and the people at Kantox make me want to recommend Kantox as a place to work. There is a good balance between learning and growing and support from fellow team members. I feel like the people are very welcoming and make Kantox an easy place to feel at home." **What we offer**: - Competitive salary - Sponsored learning budget - Free private health insurance - Free Spanish, English and French lessons - Flexible working hours + short Fridays - Hybrid work model - 29 days of annual vacations - Gym discounts and free sports activities - Restaurant Ticket with monthly credit and regular cross-team lunches - Fresh fruit and unlimited coffee - Pizza Fridays - Beautiful office with incredible 360-degree views of Barcelona **About Kantox**: Kantox is a leading fintech company developing sophisticated Currency Management Automation software solutions that help companies to automate their foreign exchange processes and leverage currencies for growth. We are a 170-person strong team, split between London and Barcelona. So far, we’ve raised over €30 million and became profitable in 2018. Thanks to our clients, we continue to grow at a fast pace. Clients in 75 countries have already exchanged more than USD $18 billion with us **Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**: Kantox is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion both in our hiring practices and in our experiences as a Kantox employee. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage all applicants regardless of race, religion, or belief (if any), color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, age, marital