KYC Operations Associate

Citi

. Conduct reviews of client account activity, statements, internet research, and client profile information .

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $49,010 - $68,390 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct reviews of client account activity, statements, internet research, and client profile information
Conduct background checks/intelligence/customer research/transactional analysis
Conduct regulatory and sanction screenings as well as review domestic consumer cases and support complex periodic review processes
Escalate unusual activity to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and assist with escalating potential risks
Support periodic review triage processes
Present summarized findings to peers and management, including recommendations to changes in procedures resulting from review findings and quality assurance review of analyst case work
Onboard/train new associates, as needed
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

0-2 years of relevant experience
Previous experience in financial Crimes, AML Investigations, or Operational Risk experience
CAMS/CFE certification preferred
Basic knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), or financial crimes regulations
Proficiency with computers and standard business applications
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial crimesAML investigationsoperational riskanti-money launderingKnow Your Customertransactional analysisregulatory screeningsrisk assessmentquality assurance reviewbackground checks

Soft Skills

effective communicationanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsattention to detailtrainingescalation managementrecommendation presentationethical judgmenttransparencyclient relationship management

Certifications

CAMSCFE