KYC Analyst (Fixed-term - 6 months)

Recruitment context: This is a new position created to support the KYC team in managing a growing client portfolio and accelerating file processing times. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and be fully operational.

You will report to Sylvain Le François, KYC Team Lead, and work closely with the Sales, Account Management, and broader Compliance teams across Europe.

The Due Diligence team (KYC + Transaction Monitoring) is made up of ~20 people, with the KYC sub-team consisting of 8 analysts based across Paris, London, Bucharest, and Sofia.

What will you do?

As a KYC Analyst, you will play a key role in iBanFirst's compliance process by verifying and validating customer identities, assessing risk levels, and contributing to the security and integrity of our ecosystem.

Main responsibilities

• Review and verify client identity documentation (KYC/KYB) for new and existing clients
• Evaluate transaction behavior and assess risk classification at onboarding and during periodic reviews
• Identify and elevate red flags or discrepancies to the Compliance team
• Conduct quality checks on KYC files and ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Collaborate with internal teams (Compliance, Sales, Account Management) to process files efficiently
• Support periodic reviews and updates of client files
• Suggest and help implement process improvements where relevant

Key KPIs

• Quality and completeness of KYC files
• File processing time
• Compliance with regulatory timelines

Why is this a rare opportunity?

• International team with direct exposure to compliance experts across Europe
• A wide range of clients and industries to analyze — unique opportunity to deepen your expertise
• High impact role with real ownership and opportunities for specialization
• A team still small relative to the client base — room to grow and shape the function

What do you bring?

• 1 to 3 years of experience in KYC, compliance, or a related field (banking, fintech, insurance, notarial, or legal sectors)
• Strong attention to detail and rigor in document analysis
• Autonomous and proactive: able to manage tasks independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
• Receptive to feedback and collaborative mindset — this team works closely together
• Curious and investigative: you enjoy digging into documentation and spotting inconsistencies
• Bilingual in French and English — daily meetings and documentation are in English

What do we offer?

• Start date: Ideally June 2026
• Location: Paris — Porte Maillot
• Benefit from a comprehensive compensation & benefits package, including:
  • Swile meal card
  • Axa health insurance
  • Commuter benefits (50% reimbursement)
  • RTT (extra paid days off)
  • Gymlib subscription
  • Paid parental leave
• Build expertise in the fast-growing, profitable Fintech/Paytech industry
• Grow your compliance and KYC skills within a scaling international company
• Thrive in a multicultural environment, with 14 offices across Europe and colleagues from 30+ nationalities
• Enjoy a great workspace in Paris (Porte Maillot), with flexible remote work options
• Participate in company-wide events: team offsites, internal parties, and regular social activities