KYC Analyst in Abu Dhabi (6 months contract)

Job Title: KYC Analyst
Duration: 6-month contract
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper controls and procedures are in place to mitigate business and operational risks in brokerage operations
• Lead the Connected Party Data remediation project, ensuring accurate and timely completion of operational functions
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal departments and stakeholders
• Prepare and review account and market opening documentation (LOAs, POAs, KYC documents) to ensure clients are ready for investment
• Review and deliver securities reports to markets and management as per internal processes and policies
• Identify trends in issues and workflows, investigating further when necessary and implementing changes to minimize risks
• Update clients’ personal and trading information in the brokerage system and reconcile with market system records
• Control clients’ portfolios under securities custody, ensuring up-to-date records
• Manage clients’ risk rating and FATCA documents, ensuring all information is current in the brokerage system

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field with a thorough understanding of share market procedures, operations processes, and relevant computer systems
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in the financial services industry (brokerage, equity, investment, and financial markets)
• In-depth knowledge of SCA and market rules and regulations
• Extensive experience in an analytical role