KYC Analyst (AU Oil, Gas, and Mining, WFH)

As a KYC Analyst at ConnectOS, your primary responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive risk-focused KYC due diligence, managing workflow case assessments, and identifying potential risks related to relationships and transactions. You will be instrumental in maintaining accurate records, escalating higher-risk cases, and assisting team members with research and advanced due diligence activities.

To qualify for the KYC Analyst role at ConnectOS, candidates should ideally have experience in KYC, AML, or financial compliance roles. While formal tertiary education in law, accounting, or business is advantageous, your analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities are equally important to excel in this position.

ConnectOS is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance for its KYC Analysts. The company offers a work-from-home arrangement, flexible schedules, and competitive leave policies, allowing employees to manage their time effectively while contributing to the organization's success.

KYC Analysts at ConnectOS utilize tools such as World-Check One by Refinitiv for risk intelligence and compliance screenings. Additionally, you will likely engage with various databases and software for comprehensive due diligence investigations.

ConnectOS offers robust career growth opportunities for KYC Analysts. With ongoing training and access to various company projects, employees can expand their expertise and take on more significant responsibilities in compliance and other related fields within the industry.

When addressing your experience with KYC and AML compliance, focus on specific roles where you applied your skills. Discuss your familiarity with risk assessment procedures, any relevant software you’ve used, and major projects you've contributed to in past positions to provide concrete examples of your expertise.

Your approach to due diligence should emphasize thoroughness and attention to detail. Discuss your process for identifying risks, collecting relevant data, and analyzing information to make informed judgments on KYC cases.

Explain your method for prioritizing KYC cases, which could involve assessing the risk level, deadlines, or the complexity of the cases. Share any tools or systems you use to keep organized and ensure timely follow-up.

In response to identifying potential fraud risk, highlight your commitment to escalating the issue to the appropriate channels, documenting your findings, and suggesting a course of action to mitigate the risk without compromising confidentiality.

Discuss your knowledge of relevant compliance standards, such as those outlined by AML regulations or specific guidelines relevant to the mining industry, showcasing your understanding of the legal landscape surrounding KYC.

When asked about improving a compliance process, think of a specific instance where you identified an inefficiency, proposed a solution, and implemented changes that positively impacted compliance operations. Be ready to discuss the results.

Highlight analytical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication as vital skills for a KYC Analyst. Share how these skills have helped you succeed in previous positions.

Share an example that demonstrates your interpersonal skills, focusing on how you communicated effectively, managed expectations, and maintained professionalism while working toward resolving the compliance issue.

Explain how you keep yourself informed about changes in compliance regulations by attending workshops, subscribing to industry publications, and actively participating in professional networks related to KYC and AML.

Your answer should reflect your passion for compliance, affinity for the oil, gas, and mining sectors, and admiration for ConnectOS's commitment to ethical practices and sustainability. Share how these align with your career goals and values.