Senior KYC Analyst at Spendesk

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FinTech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in KYC/KYB operations, compliance, or banking back-office
Senior-level expertise in regulatory compliance and risk assessment
Proven experience handling complex client files and high-risk accounts
Previous experience in KYB officer roles in B2B environment
Deep knowledge of KYC/AML-FT regulations and evolving compliance requirements
Proficiency with compliance tools (ComplyAdvantage is a plus)
Risk assessment capabilities and ability to recommend corrective actions
Process improvement mindset with experience updating operating procedures
Mentoring experience with junior analysts and new team members
Training delivery skills for knowledge sharing across teams
Project management abilities for tool testing and implementation
Stakeholder coordination experience with cross-functional teams
Rigorous and process-oriented approach with exceptional attention to detail
Autonomous and comfortable working independently in high-pressure situations
Customer-centric mindset while maintaining regulatory compliance
Problem-solving skills with ability to escalate appropriately
Excellent organization to manage multiple complex cases and meet SLAs
Fluent in French and English (essential for international team collaboration)
Strong written and oral communication for reporting and stakeholder coordination
Training and presentation skills for knowledge sharing

Responsibilities

Review and analyze complex client files, including high-risk accounts
Ensure the smooth running of KYC operations, meet daily goals, and escalate high-risk cases to Compliance
Maintain compliance with evolving regulations by staying updated on KYC rules and internal policies
Collaborate closely with the Team Leader and oversee KYC processes, including client onboarding, reviews, event management, and ongoing monitoring, all while adhering to SLAs
Assess and manage customer-related risks by implementing rigorous KYC controls
Recommend corrective actions or mitigations for identified risks
Update operating processes as needed
Address knowledge gaps within the team through targeted training, support, and the onboarding of new team members
Train and mentor junior KYC analysts, providing technical guidance and ensuring their professional development
Share KYC knowledge with other teams, particularly the Go-to-Market team, to foster alignment and understanding across the organization, and to streamline collaboration and operations
Participate in projects as directed by the Team Leader, report progress, and lead the testing of new tools before implementation
Ensure effective training and integration of new joiners into KYC operations
Regularly report to the Team Leader on operational issues and project progress, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making
Coordinate with various stakeholders, such as the Go-to-Market team, Product, and Compliance, on demand, to align KYC operations with broader organizational goals and ensure effective communication

Skills

KYC

Compliance

Risk Management

Client Onboarding

Regulatory Compliance

SLA Management

Process Improvement

Team Training

Mentoring

Tool Testing

Spendesk

Financial technology for expense management

About Spendesk

Spendesk offers a financial technology platform that helps businesses manage their spending more effectively. The platform provides finance teams with a clear overview of all company expenses, including both virtual and physical transactions. It allows users to track expenses, validate them, and maintain a traceable workflow, which helps automate the expense management process while ensuring control over spending. Spendesk is designed to be user-friendly, with a high satisfaction rate among its clients, who find it easy to transition to the platform. Unlike many competitors, Spendesk captures over 95% of receipts on time, giving businesses real-time visibility into their expenditures. The company operates on a subscription model with no hidden fees, making it accessible for businesses of various sizes. The main goal of Spendesk is to streamline financial processes for companies, enabling them to make faster and smarter spending decisions.

Paris, FranceHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$279.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Transport reimbursements - Monthly contribution to your transportation card (metro, bus or train).

Offsite and events - Regular team events to exchange with other Spendeskers and get to know each other better

Personal Day - 3 personal days per year to rest and enjoy life

€50 on your Spendesk card - To buy anything you need for work

For Spendeskers with kids - Generous parental leave & a lot of flexibility for working parents

Great offices - In the hearts of Berlin, London, Paris, and San Francisco.

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies may erode Spendesk's market share.

Regulatory risks arise from operating a payment institution with Spendesk Financial Services.

Geopolitical risks may impact expansion into new markets with Adyen's banking licenses.

Differentiation

Spendesk offers a comprehensive spend management solution with real-time expense visibility.

The platform integrates seamlessly with existing accounting and financial software via APIs.

Spendesk Financial Services provides end-to-end control over payment services infrastructure.

Upsides

ISO 27001:2022 certification enhances Spendesk's reputation for information security.

Partnership with Adyen supports global expansion and compliance across key markets.

Procure-to-pay solution expands product offerings for European SMBs.

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