Lead KYC / KYB Analyst

Lead KYC / KYB Analyst (Contract)Location

UK (Hybrid / Remote options)Duration

Initial 6-month contractDay Rate

Competitive (Inside IR35)We’re looking for experienced Lead KYC / KYB Analysts to support and oversee delivery within a large-scale onboarding programme for a leading financial services organisation.This role combines hands-on delivery with oversight of quality and performance—ideal for individuals who have stepped into informal leadership or QA responsibilities within onboarding teams.What you’ll be doingLeading day-to-day delivery across a team of KYC / KYB AnalystsProviding guidance on complex onboarding cases and decision-makingMonitoring performance, quality, and adherence to SLAsActing as a key escalation point for financial crime risks and policy queriesSupporting QA processes and driving continuous improvement across the teamMaintaining hands-on involvement in complex or high-risk casesWhat we’re looking forStrong background in KYC / KYB and business onboarding within financial servicesPrevious experience in a Lead, Senior Analyst, or QA-focused roleDeep understanding of AML, financial crime typologies, and regulatory expectationsProven ability to review decisions and provide constructive feedbackComfortable managing performance in high-volume environmentsWhy this roleOpportunity to step into a leadership role within a high-profile programmeBlend of delivery, QA, and stakeholder engagementFast-paced environment with real impact on operational performance