About this role
KYC Analyst – Contract
Rate: £280 per day via Umbrella
We’re looking for experienced KYC Analysts to support a busy client environment on an initial contract basis.
You’ll be responsible for carrying out KYC/CDD reviews across a range of customers and entities, ensuring files are complete, accurate and compliant with relevant AML requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Completing KYC/CDD reviews from start to finish
- Reviewing customer and corporate documentation
- Identifying beneficial ownership and complex ownership structures
- Conducting screening and risk assessments
- Reviewing and remediating existing client files
- Escalating higher-risk or complex cases where appropriate
- Ensuring cases meet internal AML/KYC policies and regulatory standards
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience in a KYC, CDD or AML Analyst role
- Strong understanding of KYC/CDD requirements
- Experience reviewing corporate structures and beneficial ownership
- Comfortable working independently and managing a high-volume caseload
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
This is a contract opportunity with an immediate/short-notice start preferred.
About compliance & regulatory roles for ex-police
Compliance, AML and regulatory roles. Working to PACE, RIPA and CPIA is a stronger regulatory grounding than most civilian applicants can offer — firms increasingly recognise this.
See all compliance & regulatory jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne →Why this fits a police background — match score 65/100
- Financial crime & fraud
- Risk & threat assessment
- Working to legislation & regulation
What compliance & regulatory roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Compliance analyst | £32,000–£42,000 |
| Compliance / AML officer | £40,000–£55,000 |
| Compliance manager | £55,000–£80,000 |
| Senior manager / head of compliance | £80,000–£120,000+ |