Job Title: Business Analyst – KYC/Fraud Projects (Banking & Mortgages)
Location: Remote with 1 or 2 days a month on site
About Us:
We're now seeking a Business Analyst with a strong background in KYC (Know Your Customer) and Fraud to join our team and contribute to transformative projects within the banking and mortgage sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Engage with Stakeholders: Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including project sponsors, business owners, and SMEs, to identify, prioritize, and shape the business requirements, with a specific focus on KYC and Fraud prevention in banking and mortgage operations.
* Document Business Requirements: Capture, analyze, and document complex business requirements, focusing on KYC/Fraud processes, data management, and reporting needs.
* Options Analysis: Present clear options analysis for KYC/Fraud-related projects, considering the benefits, risks, costs, and impacts to inform decision-making.
* Lead Successful Delivery: Ensure the business requirements are successfully delivered, with a focus on KYC and Fraud processes, throughout the Project Life Cycle, ensuring all deliverables align with business needs and compliance regulations.
* Stakeholder & Risk Management: Engage with senior management and third-party suppliers to ensure all risks and issues related to KYC/Fraud projects are identified and resolved, maintaining project momentum and ensuring regulatory compliance.
* Governance & Change Management: Ensure that all project governance standards are adhered to, in line with the Change Management Framework. Support the embedding of this framework across the business, specifically within the KYC/Fraud projects.
Required Experience & Skills:
* Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 5 years in financial services, ideally within KYC, Fraud, or Regulatory Reporting projects.
* Experience in Savings & Mortgage products with a solid understanding of the regulatory landscape surrounding these products.
* Data & Reporting Analysis Expertise: Proven ability to analyze large datasets, create detailed reports and dashboards, and work with data analysis tools (SQL, Power BI, etc.).
* KYC/Fraud Project Experience: Hands-on experience leading or working on KYC and Fraud-related projects within the banking and mortgage industries. A deep understanding of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) processes and compliance requirements is essential.
* Strong Analytical & Communication Skills: Ability to interpret complex business requirements and present findings clearly to stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, mentor colleagues, and promote collaboration across departments and third-party vendors.
* Problem-Solving & Risk Management: Proactive in identifying potential risks and issues, and working to resolve them in a timely and effective manner.
Desirable Qualifications:
* BSC diploma in Business Analysis or an equivalent industry qualification.
* Experience in Regulatory Reporting within financial services.
* Familiarity with business intelligence tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Visio).
Why Join Us?
* Work on innovative projects that directly impact customer experience and regulatory compliance.
* Collaborative environment that fosters growth, learning, and continuous improvement.
* Be part of a team that values forward-thinking, customer-led approaches, and simplifying processes.
* Opportunity to make a significant impact in the KYC/Fraud space within banking and mortgages.
If you're passionate about KYC, Fraud, and the financial services industry and have experience leading projects in this area, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply Now or contact us for more information about the role.