KYC Analyst

Job Title: KYC Analyst Contract Type: Time Type: Job Description: The KYC Analyst will be responsible for conducting KYC due diligence reviews of Gunvor's counterparties – whether at onboarding or as part of periodic review. This includes collecting and reviewing documents to establish counterparty legitimacy, identify ownership, screen / review adverse media, analyze counterparty profiles and risks, develop risk assessments, and identifying where escalation to the senior Anti-Bribery and Corruption compliance officer team is necessary and appropriate. Main Responsibilities: Perform risk-based KYC due diligence reviews of the Company's business counterparties and as needed other third-party partners – either at onboarding or as part of periodic reviews. Screen / research counterparties and related individuals to identify, review, and assess adverse media and risk – including risk related to AML, ABC, sanctions, sustainability, human rights, financial crime, and other reputational risks. Review, analyze, and assess KYC documentation collected from third-party sources and / or directly from external counterparties. Review and analyze KYC due diligence information collected from counterparties to establish KYC information summary and risk assess the counterparty. Clearly document counterparty summaries and risk assessments. Identify appropriate cases to escalate to senior ABC Team for enhanced due diligence review / decisioning. Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counterparties to clearly communicate KYC due diligence process, requests, support needs, and findings, as appropriate. Review ongoing counterparty screenings and review, assess, and escalate – as appropriate – any relevant findings. Ensure and promote adherence to Company's policies and procedures governing third-party management and general ABC /AML and Sanctions control frameworks. Maintain Counterparty data – including documentation, KYC summaries, risk assessments, ownership information, and related counterparty networks - through the full commercial relationship lifecycle, ensuring information in counterparty management system is accurate, complete, and adheres to documentation standards. Profile University degree (e.g. law, economics, criminal justice, or other) Compliance / KYC certifications are a plus 2-5 years of prior KYC due diligence experience (or other related compliance experience), ideally in the commodity trading or energy industry Knowledge of ABC / AML compliance and sanctions risk is a distinct advantage Prior experience risk assessing high risk counterparties is a plus Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills Attention to detail Excellent sense of judgment Ability to perform in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Clear and concise written and oral communication skills Problem-solving ability – able to assess risk and propose appropriate risk mitigation strategies to address risk factors identifies as part of the KYC due diligence reviews and screening Proactive and solutions-oriented Process driven and goal oriented. Fluent in English, written and oral (Fluency in other languages is a plus) Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, willing to take initiative to support the Company's counterparty onboarding and review needs. Knowledge of common Microsoft office software If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success. At Gunvor, we are always looking for talented and motivated new people who will contribute to the success and growth of our company. Every day, with their know-how, expertise and passion, our people make the difference and enable us to achieve our vision. Our global business offers a wide variety of opportunities and career paths. If you are unable to find any suitable vacancies, we recommend that you set up alerts to be notified when a position matching your criteria becomes available.