Overview
Flutterwave was founded on the principle that every African must be able to participate and thrive in the global economy. To achieve this objective, we have built a trusted payment infrastructure that allows consumers and businesses (African and International) make and receive payments in a convenient border-less manner.
Job Position: Analyst, KYC Operations
Job Location: Lekki, Lagos (Hybrid)
Job Description
- As a KYC Operations Analyst at Flutterwave, you will be critical in ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal policies by performing Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence on new and existing customers.
- You are responsible for gathering, analyzing, and verifying customer information to assess potential risks and ensure the integrity of our customer relationships.
- This role is ideal for individuals looking to begin or further their career in the financial industry with a focus on risk management and regulatory compliance.
Job Responsibilities
- Customer Due Diligence (CDD): Conduct thorough KYC reviews on new and existing customers to assess their risk profile and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Document Verification: Validate customer-provided documents, including identification, financial statements, and legal documents, to ensure accuracy and authenticity.
- Customer Risk Assessment: Utilize available tools and resources to assess and assign risk ratings to customers based on their business activities, geographic location, and other relevant factors.
- Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures,
including relevant local and international regulatory requirements, such as Anti-
Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) regulations. - Alert Resolution: Investigate and resolve alerts generated by the KYC system, escalating potential issues to the KYC Operations Manager as needed.
- Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate records of KYC activities.
- Training and Development: Stay updated on changes in regulations and industry best practices and participate in training programs to enhance your KYC knowledge and skills.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, such as Compliance, Legal, and Customer Service, to ensure effective KYC processes and customer onboarding.
- Quality Control: Conduct periodic reviews and quality checks on KYC files to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency in documentation.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Prior experience in KYC or AML operations is a plus.
- Work effectively and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
- Manage and prioritize several tasks simultaneously and autonomously.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards, including AML and CTF requirements, is a plus.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or willing to obtain are a bonus.
Key Personal Attributes for Success:
- Integrity and a commitment to uphold ethical standards.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Always willing to improve knowledge and skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online