KYC Refresh Analyst

Overview

Join Barclays through a collaboration with a recruitment partner as a KYC Refresh Analyst based in Gurugram, where your role involves comprehensive due diligence to ensure regulatory compliance and protect the interests of the bank and its clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews across low, medium, and high-risk client segments.
• Conduct detailed Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), including the analysis of complex ownership and company structures such as Limited companies, Trusts, Charitable Organizations, Nominated Entities, as well as high-risk categories like politically exposed persons and entities in high-risk jurisdictions.
• Apply an in-depth understanding of global KYC policies and relevant legislation, including the Data Protection Act, Companies Act, Insolvency Act, Financial Services Act, anti-money laundering regulations, and confidentiality requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with multiple departments including Risk Assessment, Coverage, and Screening teams to ensure smooth completion of KYC refresh cases.
• Support day-to-day operational processes such as transaction processing, issue resolution, reporting, and trade reviews within multiple business areas.
• Work closely across functions to harmonize operational workflows and identify opportunities for process enhancement and risk mitigation.
• Develop and implement control procedures and operational guidelines that enhance compliance and efficiency.
• Prepare operational performance reports and communicate insights to senior stakeholders.
• Participate in projects aimed at improving operational effectiveness based on industry trends and best practices.
• Lead or advise teams by sharing expert knowledge and coordinating resources, ensuring high quality and timely delivery of tasks.
• Uphold Barclay’s values by fostering a professional environment based on respect, integrity, service, excellence, and stewardship.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated experience with KYC processes and Financial Crime compliance.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with experience collaborating with front office and financial crime teams.
• Capable of classifying risk levels independently for both individuals and corporate clients.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills to engage professionally with internal and external parties.
• Proficient time management and prioritization skills to handle complex tasks within set deadlines.
• Sharp analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail in KYC assessments.
• Ability to guide and influence team members and communicate complex topics clearly.

Additional Role Expectations

• Possess comprehensive technical expertise related to KYC and operational functions within banking.
• Demonstrate sound judgement supported by data analysis and adherence to established precedents.
• Maintain responsibility for risk management and compliance within assigned work.
• Establish and maintain a broad network internally and externally to support operational objectives.
• Exhibit leadership behaviours including listening authentically, energising teams, aligning across functions, and developing others where applicable.

Location & Culture

This position is located onsite in Gurugram, India. Barclays promotes a culture that values respect, integrity, and continuous improvement, encouraging employees to empower, challenge, and drive towards excellent outcomes.