KYC Analyst

What's The Role

The global Financial Crime team has responsibility for:

• Counterparty Due Diligence as part of initial counterparty onboarding and periodic re-review.
• Acting as Financial Crime, Trade Controls, and Sanctions Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), where queries from the T&S (Trading & Supply) business are escalated by the Compliance Advisory Teams.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Financial Crime Prevention Analyst, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Develop an understanding of the Trading & Supply compliance systems and controls, including a working knowledge of the Financial Crime policy and procedures.
• Analyze documentation, assess the risks of new counterparties, and complete risk assessments with recommendations to start business with Shell Trading and Supply.
• Conduct reviews at different levels of due diligence—Simplified, Basic, Standard, and Enhanced—based on risk profile, including analysis of findings, identification of red flags, and mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with Counterparty Onboarding Focal Points to obtain required company information and documentation.
• Analyze substantial data, including transactional data, verify evidence, and identify red flags and concerns.
• Prepare documentation for discussions with Senior Management regarding counterparties with significant financial crime risks or High-Risk PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) relationships.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, including handling customer data in accordance with GDPR.
• Articulate due diligence requirements and the onboarding process to stakeholders at all levels.
• Escalate issues requiring further investigation.
• Prioritize workload amidst shifting demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Work effectively under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Be an active and collaborative member of the Financial Crime team.
• Complete risk assessments of new counterparties following due diligence policies and procedures.

What You Bring

• Minimum of 2 years experience in "Know Your Customer", Anti Money Laundering, or related fields.
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Criminal Justice, or related field preferred.
• Experience in Tier 1 Financial Institutions (Wholesale, Commercial/Corporate, Investment Banking) or large Commodities/Trading Houses (Oil, Energy) is highly valuable.
• Certifications such as CAMS or equivalent in Anti Money Laundering are advantageous.
• Fluency in Arabic, Russian, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Portuguese, or Mandarin is a plus.
• Knowledge of high-risk jurisdictions and associated risks.
• Understanding of Politically Exposed Persons and complex entity structures, including SPVs, Trusts, Funds, and identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Stakeholder engagement skills across different business units.

What We Offer

You will bring your skills and experience to Shell and work with talented, committed people on key global challenges. We offer opportunities for skill development, a values-led culture emphasizing honesty, integrity, and respect, and a balanced work environment with flexible hours and remote options. Our competitive pay and benefits include paid parental leave, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and international career growth opportunities. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable energy future and a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world's most diverse and inclusive companies. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply and consider joining our Talent Community for future opportunities.

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