KYC Compliance Analyst

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KYC Compliance Analyst

Corpay is currently looking to hire a KYC Compliance Analyst within our Compliance team. This position falls under our Cross Border line of business and is located in London, UK.

We are seeking a KYC Compliance Analyst with proven experience onboarding cryptocurrency businesses and regulated financial institutions. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF and KYC requirements, including customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, risk assessment, beneficial ownership verification, and managing complex corporate structures.

You will report directly to the EMEA KYC Compliance Manager, and you will collaborate closely with relevant teams and departments to support robust KYC and financial crime compliance processes, with particular focus on FI, NBFI, and crypto-related clients.

How We Work

As a KYC Compliance Analyst, Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in our designated London Moorgate, UK office location
• Company-issued equipment
• Formal, hands-on training

Role Responsibilities

Your responsibilities of the role will include:

• Conduct comprehensive Know Your Customer (“KYC”) reviews for new-client onboarding, as well as periodic and trigger-event reviews of existing clients and account management activities.
• Perform end-to-end KYC and due diligence reviews with a particular focus on Financial Institutions (“FIs”), Non-Bank Financial Institutions (“NBFIs”), and crypto-related clients.
• Perform due diligence on clients by obtaining and assessing corporate records, ownership and control information, and other relevant client documentation; verify information through public sources and third-party vendors.
• Review and validate KYC documentation, determine customer risk ratings, and ensure records are complete, accurate, and maintained in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify higher-risk relationships and conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (“EDD”), including for high-risk industries, Politically Exposed Persons (“PEPs”), sanctions-related risks, complex ownership structures, FIs/NBFIs, and crypto businesses.
• Assess the nature and purpose of FI/NBFI and crypto client relationships, including business models, products and services, jurisdictions, source of funds/wealth, transaction flows, and AML/CTF control frameworks.
• Evaluate adverse media, sanctions, PEP, and other screening results, documenting findings and escalating material risks where appropriate.
• Manage exceptions and ensure that all SLAs agreed with the business are met for quality and timeliness.
• Assist in identifying client-related trends, typologies, and issues associated with money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, fraud, and other suspicious activity.
• Participate in project work and contribute to the development and enhancement of internal processes, guidance, procedures, and risk frameworks.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders to provide optimal support.
• Support ad hoc and remediation projects as assigned by the Chief Compliance Officer, Compliance Director, and/or Compliance Manager(s).

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 2-3+ years’ experiences in Financial Crime Compliance/KYC with clear understanding of AML/CTF regulations, requirements, and best practices.
• 1+ years’ experience conducting KYC onboarding and reviews for Financial Institutions (“FIs”), Non-Bank Financial Institutions (“NBFIs”), and/or crypto-related clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to liaise with other departments. Experience working alongside C-suite executives and global teams.
• Ability to identify trends and inconsistencies, including interpreting alerts, assessing risk scores and entity types and knowledge of commonly known high risk industries, red flags, typologies, and applicable EDD (Enhanced Due Diligence) is an asset.
• Strong writing, research, and investigation skills; capability to document relevant information clearly, structured, and comprehensively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work as a strong team player in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Benefits & Perks

• 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave annually through the benefits enrolment window
• Pension scheme with a minimum 3% employee contribution and up to 5% employer contribution from Corpay
• Private Medical Insurance through Vitality with no excess payable by employees; Corpay covers the standard £250 excess charge
• Life Insurance
• Access to the Gratitudes benefits platform, offering flexible discounts, supermarket savings of 4–5%, and a range of exclusive employee offers
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning, with thousands of courses to support ongoing professional and personal development

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About Corpay

About Corpay

Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.

At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.

As part of our hiring process, offers of employment may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening conducted by an authorized third-party provider, in accordance with applicable laws and Corpay policies. Screening requirements may include employment references, identity verification, criminal record checks, financial or sanctions screening, and other background checks relevant to the role and permitted by local law.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies and Search Firms: Corpay does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms without a valid written agreement in place. Any unsolicited candidate submissions will become the property of Corpay, and no fees will be paid related to such submissions.

Learn more about Corpay: https://www.corpay.com

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Corpay is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Corpay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

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