Graduate Compliance Analyst (Know Your Customer) KYC

Projective Group · UK - Cardiff, United Kingdom · 1 month ago

Work mode: Hybrid
Seniority: Junior
Category: Legal
Experience: 0+ years

Graduate Compliance Analyst (Know Your Customer) KYC

Projective Group Cardiff, Wales, (Hybrid) | £28k

These positions are based in our Cardiff office. We welcome applicants who are located in Cardiff, Bristol or the surrounding areas of South Wales.

Are you a recent graduate looking to jumpstart your career in consultancy? Join the dynamic team at Projective Group and explore exciting opportunities as a Graduate KYC Compliance Analyst.

About Projective Group
We are Projective Group, a Financial Services Consultancy that excels in business, technology, and innovation consulting, focusing on the financial and legal industries. Our expertise spans Data, Risk and Compliance, Payments, Transformation, and Managed Services, supporting both financial services and legal clients with tailored solutions.

At Projective Group, we pride ourselves on a collaborative approach. We listen to our clients' needs and deliver tailored solutions that drive successful outcomes.

About the Role
We are looking for a number of Junior Analysts to join our team and work with one of our prestigious Law clients. In this role, you will be crucial in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements through KYC (Know Your Customer) processes.

As a Junior Analyst, you will work directly with stakeholders in a dynamic consultancy setting, contributing to both compliance and risk management efforts.

To support your professional development and growth, you will receive full training, including certification, through our Academy. This training will allow you to kick-start your career as a consultant.

These roles are ideal for recent graduates motivated to pursue a career in consulting and to assist organisations in achieving their strategic goals.

What will you be doing? (We don't expect you to be an expert yet!)

Conduct detailed due diligence and risk assessments for individuals and entities.
Monitor transactions to identify and investigate potential suspicious activities.
Ensure strict compliance with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and other regulatory frameworks.
Maintain and update client records with precision, adhering to legal and compliance standards.
Identify, investigate, and escalate potential red flags or areas of risk.
Analyse and assess processes, risks, and controls to identify opportunities for improvement.
Deliver clear, actionable insights by documenting and presenting findings to stakeholders, from operational teams to senior management.
Build and sustain strong client relationships, contributing value to every project.

What we're looking For

A degree in Law or equivalent practical experience gained through KYC, AML, compliance, or client onboarding activities within a legal or professional services environment.
No prior experience is required. However, any academic, voluntary, or practical exposure to compliance, legal operations, KYC, AML, or risk management would be beneficial.
You should bring intellectual curiosity, a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
A keen interest in learning and growing professionally within consulting, risk and compliance, and regulated industries.
You should be based in Cardiff, Bristol, South Wales, or within a reasonable commuting distance of our Cardiff office.

Ok, I'm interested; what can I expect?

Comprehensive training and certification through our Academy.
A dynamic, inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and professional development.
Opportunities to work with high-profile clients in the legal and financial sectors.
No unnecessary KPIs.
We have a reputation for establishing a working environment that encourages fun and creativity.

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