Compliance Analyst

As a Compliance Analyst at Convera, you will help promote a sound Compliance culture across the organisation by ensuring an effective AML programme that mitigates the risk of onboarding customers outside of Convera’s risk appetite. This role focuses on KYC risks and escalations received from front-line operations and sales teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyse KYC information for customers at onboarding and reaccreditation requiring a Compliance investigation.
• Utilise strong investigative skills to assess risks posed by customers and provide Compliance recommendations regarding the business relationship.
• Investigate and decision potential PEP (Politically Exposed Person) matches.
• Provide advisory and feedback to the KYC Operations teams.
• Monitor and test key KYC controls.
• Track and implement regulatory change for KYC requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Develop and deliver online and ad-hoc face-to-face training for the KYC Operations team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a Financial Crime Compliance team in a regulated payments or financial services company.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Advanced knowledge of global Financial Crime Compliance regulatory expectations and best practices for KYC activities, particularly regulations related to the US and Canada.
• Advanced knowledge of onboarding corporate structures, including experience reviewing KYC for different entity types such as Private Companies, Trusts, and Funds.
• Ability to resolve and advise on complex issues requiring in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
• Ability to direct the application of existing principles and guide the development of new policies and ideas.
• Ability to work independently with no supervision and collaboratively with teams.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

About Convera

Convera is a global leader in commercial payments, powering international business by moving money with ease. We provide tech-led payment solutions to over 26,000 customers globally, from small businesses to CFOs and treasurers. With expertise in foreign exchange, risk, and compliance, and an unrivaled regulatory footprint, Convera’s financial network spans more than 140 currencies and 200 countries and territories. Our teams are passionate about delivering value to customers, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging across our global workforce of over 20 countries.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to earn a bonus (dependent on performance).
• Career growth and development opportunities in a global organization.
• Corporate benefits, including:
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
  • Wellness programs and mental health resources.

Pay

The expected base salary range for this position is $62,000–$80,000 per year, depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Convera uses a tiered geographic pay system to ensure fairness across regions, with candidates in high-cost areas potentially receiving higher offers within the posted range.