We are looking for a A KYC (Know Your Customer) Analyst who is a compliance professional responsible for verifying the identities of clients, assessing their financial risk, and ensuring that a financial institution adheres to anti-money laundering (AML) and regulatory requirements.

Application Deadline: July 09, 2026
Department: Legal & Compliance
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dubai
Workplace type: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): Performing thorough investigations on new and existing clients to verify identity, ownership structures, and business activities. This includes executing EDD for high-risk clients.
Risk Assessment & Screening: Conducting background checks, including screening against sanctions lists, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), and adverse media to identify potential financial crime risks.
Documentation & Reporting: Gathering and reviewing supporting documentation (passports, incorporation papers, financial statements) to ensure compliance with internal policies and external laws. Analysts document their findings and report suspicious activities to compliance officers or regulatory bodies.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Acting as a subject matter expert to provide guidance to Front Office, Sales, or Relationship Management teams regarding compliance requirements, onboarding status, and documentation needs.
Policy Development: Helping improve internal controls, workflows, and automated reporting systems to increase the efficiency and accuracy of the onboarding process.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of AML/KYC regulations (e.g., BSA, USA Patriot Act, OFAC, FINRA) and financial crime risk frameworks.
Analytical Abilities: High attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex financial data to identify anomalies or trends.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, as the role involves liaising with clients, internal teams, and management regarding sensitive compliance matters.
Research Expertise: Proficient in using external databases, company registries, and research tools (e.g., World-Check, Dow Jones, Dun & Bradstreet) to verify client information.
Education & Experience: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting, often with 2–5 years of relevant experience in compliance or financial services. Certifications such as the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) are frequently preferred.

About KAST

KAST is redefining stablecoin banking for global citizens, crypto professionals, Web3-native businesses, and high-inflation markets hungry for USD-backed banking. Backed by top-tier global investors and led by the ex-APAC CEO of Circle, our leadership team spans Circle, Airwallex, Revolut, Wise, Grab, Zoom, AWS, and leading OTC desks. We’ve scaled from zero to nearly a million users at ridiculous speed.

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KYC Compliance Analyst

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