KYC Analyst

About Northern Trust As 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. KYC Analyst Northern Trust is seeking a 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 Overview The 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 focuses on the collection, validation, and review of client information and documentation, ensuring KYC records are complete, accurate, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory expectations. Key Responsibilities Create and maintain KYC records by obtaining information and supporting documentation from internal and external sources Work alongside Relationship Managers and client facing teams to obtain documentation required to meet KYC requirements directly from clients Review information and documentation received to ensure compliance with Northern Trust AML/KYC policies and procedures Validate information within the KYC system of record and ensure Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is fully complete and accurate Support Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews where required Work with Second Line of Defence (2LOD) and the KYC Centre of Excellence (CoE) / Program Management teams regarding policy or procedural questions Ensure follow ups are performed in a timely manner to complete KYC within required deadlines and meet KRI / KPI targets Provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress and outstanding requirements Attend and participate in regular AML awareness training sessions to support the quality and consistency of deliverables Qualifications & Experience A college or university degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in an AML/KYC function Ability to work effectively as a team player with strong time management skills Evidence of effective communication with stakeholders Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Work Authorization Applicants 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 Us As 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 Accommodation Northern 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 , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.