Hybrid KYB Analyst

at Svea Bank

• Job title: KYB Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Barcelona, Spain

About the role

• KYB Analyst responsible for conducting KYC/KYB assessments and supporting onboarding decisions for Svea Bank in Spain. Requires detail-oriented skills and experience in the banking or fintech environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC/KYB assessments for merchants through the review and analysis of client documentation and relevant information.
• Perform onboarding and risk-based due diligence on new merchants in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assess merchant risk profiles by analyzing information obtained through internal systems, external databases, and screening tools, and determine appropriate next steps.
• Carry out PEP screening, sanctions check, and adverse media reviews, ensuring accurate documentation and escalation where required.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulations, internal frameworks, and client-specific processing requirements.
• Contribute to the wider compliance function by liaising with internal stakeholders, supporting the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, and recommending improvements to existing processes and controls.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in a similar role, with demonstrated hands-on experience in KYC/KYB and merchant onboarding.
• A bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience within a banking or fintech environment.
• Training or exposure to financial crime disciplines, including AML, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, and/or fraud, is considered an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a good working proficiency in Spanish.
• A structured, organized, and disciplined approach, with the ability to manage workload effectively and communicate clearly.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with high attention to detail.
• The ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment.
• A proactive, hands-on, and self-driven mindset, with a preference for working in a structured and well-defined framework.

Benefits

• 23 vacation days + 2 days of free disposal per year.
• Professional development workshops or seminars.
• Flexible compensation plan for transportation, restaurants, and kindergarten with Cobee.
• Health insurance discounts with Sanitas and Adeslas access to healthy, organic, and sustainable fruits and snacks.
• Wellness Program that covers 6 areas (occupational, physical, financial, emotional, social, environmental consciousness) with a variety of activities to choose from.