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KYB/KYC Anlayst (L1 Transaction Monitoring Analyst)

GalentDallas, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 25 Aug 2026

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Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Dallas, TX, United States
Posted
Yesterday
Case ManagementComplianceDue DiligenceKYCMicrosoft OfficeTriage

Job Description

Job Title: KYB/KYC Anlayst (L1 Transaction Monitoring Analyst)
Location: Texas
Job Summary
The L1 Transaction Monitoring Analyst is responsible for the first line of review in the transaction monitoring lifecycle. This role focuses on high-volume alert triage using established procedures and playbooks to identify and clear risk-irrelevant alerts while escalating potentially suspicious activity for further investigation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Review transaction monitoring alerts generated by monitoring systems in accordance with established procedures and playbooks.
  • Perform initial reviews of:
    • Customer KYC profiles and risk ratings
    • Transaction history and behavioral patterns
    • Relevant customer and account information
  • Conduct initial risk categorization of alerts, including risk-irrelevant and potentially suspicious activity.
  • Clear alerts that meet predefined criteria with appropriate documentation and rationale.
  • Escalate unusual, complex, or higher-risk alerts to Level 2 analysts for deeper investigation.
  • Accurately document review steps, observations, and decisions within the case management system.
  • Ensure all reviews are completed in accordance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, completeness, and consistency in case documentation.
  • Collaborate with L2 Analysts and Team Leads on escalated alerts and investigations.
  • Provide concise summaries and supporting evidence when escalating cases.
  • Assist with responses to inquiries from Compliance, Quality Assurance, and Audit teams regarding L1 reviews.
  • Meet established performance metrics, including:
    • Average Handling Time (AHT)
    • Throughput (alerts processed per day)
    • Quality scores for review accuracy and completeness
  • Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to processes, procedures, and playbooks.
  • Participate in ongoing training related to AML typologies, red flags, regulatory changes, and system enhancements.
Required Skills
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow structured procedures and predefined workflows.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to work with case management and transaction monitoring tools.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professional ethics.
Preferred Skills
  • Basic understanding of AML/CFT concepts and transaction monitoring principles.
  • Familiarity with KYC processes, customer due diligence, and banking or financial products.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Law, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in AML, transaction monitoring, financial crime compliance, or related operational roles.
  • Candidates with relevant academic backgrounds may also be considered.
  • Knowledge of KYC, customer due diligence, and financial services operations is an advantage.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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