Senior KYC Analyst
At a glance
Senior Risk & Financial Compliance role at Inetum. Lisbon · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Validate complex KYC files and review cases involving elevated risk
- Handle functional escalations, consulting Compliance and Legal on critical cases
- Guide operational colleagues and coach analysts on difficult KYC work
- Apply KYC rules consistently and help strengthen operational governance
- Communicate case findings and decisions to senior stakeholders in English
What you bring
- Five to six years in KYC or AML work, preferably in international banking or multinational settings
- Strong knowledge of AML and KYC regulations, with experience assessing complex corporate and legal structures
- Fluent English and sound judgment when resolving high-risk or escalated cases
Who this fits
This senior role suits an autonomous analyst comfortable making risk decisions and supporting other analysts. It is based in Lisbon with a hybrid arrangement.
From the employer
Inetum is a European leader in digital services, supporting organizations as they navigate continuous technological change and accelerate their digital transformation. With more than 27,000 consultants and specialists across 19 countries, the company combines strong local presence with international scale to deliver innovative, high-impact technology solutions.
We are looking for a Senior KYC Analyst to join an international financial institution, operating in a highly regulated and risk‑sensitive environment. The role requires a strong and mature background in KYC/AML, with proven experience managing high‑risk clients and complex corporate and legal structures, while ensuring full compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks.
The ideal candidate brings 5–6 years of solid experience in KYC/AML functions, preferably within international banking or multinational environments, and demonstrates strong judgment when handling critical or escalated cases. This position involves a high level of autonomy and accountability, requiring the ability to assess risk, make informed decisions, and contribute to the continuous strengthening of financial crime controls and governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Final validation of complex KYC files
- Functional escalation management
- Review of high-risk cases
- Direct interaction with Compliance and Legal teams
- Technical support to operational team
- Coaching and mentoring of analysts
- Ensuring consistency in KYC policy application
- Strong AML/KYC regulatory knowledge
- Advanced analytical capabilities
- Operational governance experience
- Senior stakeholder communication
- English - Fluent
Added Value
- Reduction of backlog in complex cases
- Increased team productivity
- Reduction of rework
- Improvement of overall analysis quality
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