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Due Diligence Analyst

Full TimeNot specifiedNot specifiedAdministration
Posted 16 March 2026Closes 9 May 2026

Job Description

Our client seeks a Due Diligence Analyst to join their team. This 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity is perfect for an experienced professional looking to make their mark in due diligence and compliance. You'll be processing new client onboarding, conducting thorough KYC reviews, and ensuring regulatory compliance while working for a prestigious institution that's well known for their professional culture, commitment to career development, and focus on delivering exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities: Assess client files and request additional documentation and information where required to complete KYC due diligence according to internal Compliance Frameworks and regulatory standards. Capture and update information on systems, checking changes and updates to ensure compliance and minimise risk exposure. Review other analysts' work as required and ensure accurate capturing of statistics on SharePoint. Communicate with internal and external customers to attend to KYC queries, telephone calls, and obtain outstanding documents. Resolve KYC queries within established timeframes and monitor long outstanding queries. Follow established procedures and maintain high standards of accuracy in all compliance activities. Key Skills & Experience:3 - 4 years' experience in Operations within the financial services sector. General Banking experience with strong knowledge of KYC processes. First Class Degree in a related subject, ideally, Business Commerce. Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. Experience with risk management principles and compliance frameworks. Proficiency in business administration and following established procedures. Strong verbal communication and query resolution abilities. Previous experience in client onboarding processes - desirable. If you have the required skills please apply online at searchandselect.com quoting reference number: 16400

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi54%
AI exposure (AIOE)i72%

This role has a moderate risk of automation, as many tasks involve routine data entry, document processing, and procedural compliance that can be automated or heavily augmented by AI and RPA tools. However, tasks requiring direct client communication, judgment, and nuanced decision-making remain resistant to full automation. The high AI exposure score reflects significant augmentation potential in document review, reporting, and workflow management.

Task analysis

  • Assess client files and request additional documentation to complete KYC due diligence.
  • Capture and update client information on internal systems, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk exposure.
  • Review other analysts' work and ensure accurate capturing of statistics on SharePoint.
  • Communicate with internal and external customers to resolve KYC queries and obtain outstanding documents.
  • Resolve KYC queries within established timeframes and monitor long outstanding queries.
  • Follow established procedures and maintain high standards of accuracy in all compliance activities.
  • Ensure compliance with internal frameworks and regulatory standards during onboarding and review processes.
  • Document findings and prepare reports on due diligence outcomes.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 2423Management Consultants and Business Analysts
O*NET: 13-1111.00 Management Analysts
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Office administrative, office support and other business support activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £50k
UK sector median
£34,855
UK sector mean
£49,618
£0£13k£25k£38k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Leverage AI tools for faster document review and data validation
  • Use workflow automation to track outstanding KYC queries efficiently
  • Apply analytics to spot compliance risks and reporting anomalies

📈 Disruption outlook

12%1 yr
38%5 yrs
70%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentKYC Automation Platform

Automates document checks and data extraction

💻 TechnologyRPA Workflow

Automates repetitive data entry and reporting tasks

🔀 RestructureHybrid Analyst Teams

Blend AI-augmented and human analysts for efficiency

Recommendation

Augment role

AI can streamline routine compliance, but human judgment remains essential

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate KYC data entry and document routing

Copilot for Word

Draft due diligence reports quickly

SharePoint

Centralise compliance documents and workflow tracking

Key Skills

Due DiligenceExpertKnow Your Customer (KYC)ExpertRegulatory ComplianceAdvancedAttention to DetailAdvancedClient Relationship ManagementIntermediateData AnalysisIntermediateCritical ThinkingAdvancedOperations AnalysisIntermediateStakeholder ManagementIntermediateMicrosoft OfficeIntermediateReport WritingIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Compliance and Regulatory FrameworksAnti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist FinancingBanking RegulationsClient Service and Relationship ManagementData Analysis and ReportingBusiness AdministrationFinancial Services Industry

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingSpeakingWritingCoordinationMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisPersuasionActive LearningInstructing

Alternative Career Paths

Compliance Officer90% match

Oversees organizational adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

KYC Analyst95% match

Specializes in client onboarding and anti-money laundering checks within financial institutions.

Risk Analyst85% match

Assesses and manages risks within financial operations and compliance frameworks.

Internal Auditor80% match

Evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance, and governance processes.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Apache TomcatGoogle AngularMicrosoft ASP.NETSpring FrameworkMySQLTransact-SQLApache KafkaApache MavenGoMicrosoft PowerShellSAP softwareC#jQueryScalaSwift

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Getting Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Working with Computers
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Processing Information
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Documenting/Recording Information

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

24%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

13%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

5/5

Extensive prep

O*NET Median Salary

£66k

US ref. $84k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Business and Financial Operations

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