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Senior KYC Analyst

Northern Trust

Senior KYC Analyst

full-timePosted: Aug 3, 2026Updated: Aug 29, 2026Ireland, Limerick

Job Description

About Northern TrustAs a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Northern Trust is seeking a Senior KYC Analyst to join the enterprise First Line of Defence (1LOD) Anti Money Laundering (AML)/Know Your Customer (KYC) function.The role reports to a KYC Operations Team Lead, within the Office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO).This position supports the timely end to end AML/KYC process across client onboarding, periodic reviews, and event driven reviews, ensuring compliance with Northern Trust policies and procedures.The role provides extensive review of Customer Identification, Customer Due Diligence, and Enhanced Due Diligence for all clients of Northern Trust.Role OverviewThe Senior KYC Analyst is responsible for supporting Lines of Business in the execution of AML/KYC requirements across onboarding, periodic, and event driven reviews.The role involves performing detailed reviews of client information and documentation, including complex and high risk cases, while supporting KYC Analysts with subject matter expertise and guidance to ensure consistent, high quality outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate and maintain KYC records by obtaining information and supporting documentation from internal and external sourcesWork alongside Relationship Managers and client facing teams to obtain documentation required to meet KYC requirements directly from clientsReview information and documentation received to ensure compliance with Northern Trust AML/KYC policies and proceduresValidate information within the KYC system of record and ensure Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is fully complete and accuratePerform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high risk clients, including Politically Exposed Person (PEP) analysis and completion of relevant EDD formsAnalyse complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and applicable jurisdictional KYC requirements Work with Second Line of Defence (2LOD) and the KYC Centre of Excellence (CoE) / Program Management teams regarding policy or procedural questionsEnsure follow ups are performed in a timely manner to complete KYC within required deadlines and meet KRI / KPI targetsProvide regular updates to stakeholders on progress and outstanding requirementsSupport KYC Analysts with complex KYC queries to minimise outreach to external teamsAttend and participate in regular AML awareness training sessions to support the quality and consistency of deliverablesThe ideal candidate should have a fair amount of the following qualifications & experienceA college or university degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experiencePrior experience in an AML/KYC functionExperience analysing complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and jurisdiction specific KYC requirementsDemonstrated ability to work effectively as a team player with strong time management skillsProven experience being an effective communicator with stakeholdersStrong attention to detail with an analytical mindsetProficiency in Microsoft Word and ExcelWork AuthorizationApplicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment.Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.Working with UsAs a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities. Reasonable AccommodationNorthern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

Locations

  • Ireland, Limerick

Skills Required

  • AML/KYC functionintermediate
  • Microsoft Wordintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • A college or university degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience (experience)
  • Prior experience in an AML/KYC function (experience)
  • Experience analysing complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and jurisdiction specific KYC requirements (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team player with strong time management skills (experience)
  • Proven experience being an effective communicator with stakeholders (experience)
  • Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset (experience)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (experience)
  • A college or university degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience (experience)
  • Prior experience in an AML/KYC function (experience)
  • Experience analysing complex ownership structures to determine risk exposure and jurisdiction specific KYC requirements (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team player with strong time management skills (experience)
  • Proven experience being an effective communicator with stakeholders (experience)
  • Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset (experience)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (experience)

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