KYC Compliance Analyst

Protect financial systems by strengthening trust, transparency, and compliance.

Build a global career in compliance without leaving home. This role is built for analytical, detail-driven professionals who want exposure across KYC, AML, and risk-working in a fast-moving environment where no two days are the same and learning never stops. This international opportunity lets you work across KYC, AML, and risk operations-collaborating with teams in the Philippines and Australia while making your mark in financial crime prevention.

Job Description

As a KYC Compliance Analyst, you will perform customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence checks, support ongoing KYC reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements-while gaining broad exposure across risk and compliance functions.

Job Overview

Employment type: Full-time

Shift: Day shift, weekends off

Work setup: Permanent work-from-home

Salary: PHP 45,000 - PHP 60,000

Exciting Perks Await!

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive salary package
• Permanent WFH arrangement
• Day shift schedule
• Fixed weekends off
• Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment; available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure)
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)
• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati)
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 20 annual leaves to be used at your discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
• Fun engagement activities for employees
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment

The Qualifications We Seek

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• 1 to 3 years of experience in financial crime prevention, ideally within AML, KYC, investigations, or risk and compliance
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
• Proven ability to perform well in a fast-paced, team-based environment

Bonus Points (Nice to Have):

• Experience in banking, financial services, or payments
• Background in a high-growth startup environment
• Relevant industry certification (e.g., CAMS, CFCS)
• Solid understanding of effective risk management practices

Attributes:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Enquiring and analytical mindset
• Approachable manner with strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, team-based environment
• Humble, proactive, and driven with a strong can-do attitude
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to liaise effectively with teams such as Customer Success and Sales
• Clear understanding of the importance of preventing financial crime

Your Daily Tasks

Compliance Operations:

• Perform customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (ECDD) on individual and non-individual merchants in Australia in line with AUSTRAC requirements
• Conduct screening against sanctions lists, PEPs, adverse media, and internal blacklists to identify AML/CTF risks
• Perform KYC refresh and ongoing CDD reviews on existing merchants
• Liaise with customers via email or phone to obtain required documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams including Customer Success and Sales
• Perform other ad-hoc compliance tasks as required

About the Client

Our client operates in the financial technology and payments space, supporting businesses across Australia with secure, customer-focused solutions. Their environment emphasizes strong risk management, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across global teams-making this an ideal setting for professionals passionate about preventing financial crime.

Welcome to Emapta Philippines!

Join a team that values camaraderie, excellence, and growth. Recognized as one of the Top 20 Dream Companies of Filipinos in 2024, Emapta stands proudly alongside industry giants, offering stability and exciting career opportunities. Your career flourishes here with competitive compensation, international clients, and a work culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Work with global clients across industries, supported by a stable foundation and like-minded professionals passionate about making an impact. We empower your success with opportunities for personal and professional development in an inclusive environment.

Apply now and be part of the #EmaptaEra!