The Risk & Compliance Analyst will support the implementation and integration of the Bank’s Risk Management and Compliance framework, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), and Sanctions programs, in line with Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) regulations and applicable laws. The role is responsible for identifying, monitoring, and mitigating regulatory, operational, and conduct risks, while supporting compliance with internal policies, prudential guidelines, and industry best practices.In this role, you will:
Duties and Responsibilities
- Daily transaction monitoring across all transacting channels through Connect Portal and other reports.
- Review and tracking of daily/weekly returns submitted by branches.
- Review alerts in financial crime mitigation suit (FCM) or other relevant AML systems.
- Conduct Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Risk Assessment and sanctions screening on escalated cases concerning vendors, Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), and customers requiring Enhanced Due Diligence.
- Keep and maintain an up-to-date register for risk and compliance issues and trackers for closure.
- Review of compliance with regulatory and Bank policies and procedures.
- Perform back-office duties for the risk department on the bank’s risk matrix.
Key Qualifications & Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, Risk Management, or a related field.
- Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CAMS, or FRM. CISA qualification is an added advantage.
- Experience in Risk, Compliance, Audit, or AML within a banking or financial services environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Good knowledge of CBK regulations, AML/CFT laws, and banking risk frameworks.
- Strong research, data mining, and good report writing and presentation skills.
