AML/KYC Analyst

Manulife • Boston, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The AML/KYC Analyst conducts Know Your Customer (KYC) background checks on underlying institutional investors in Private and Public Markets funds. They will ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. This role involves reviewing investor documentation, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining accurate records to support onboarding and ongoing monitoring processes.

Requirements

• 3–5 years in AML/KYC within financial services, preferably in private equity, asset management, or alternative investments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• CAMS or equivalent AML certification preferred

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of AML/KYC regulations, specifically in the US, Cayman Islands and Luxembourg.
• Proficiency in screening tools and document management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC due diligence on underlying institutional investors in Private and Public Markets funds across the various alternative investment strategies.
• Review and validate investor documentation, including subscription agreements, KYC questionnaires, and identification documents.
• Perform screening for sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and adverse media; escalate high-risk findings as appropriate.
• Ensure accurate data capture for FATCA and CRS requirements.
• Maintain and update investor records in internal systems and repositories (e.g., SharePoint).
• Collaborate with Fund Administrators, Compliance, Operations, and Investor Relations teams to resolve documentation gaps and ensure timely onboarding.
• Assist in periodic reviews, periodic refreshes and remediation of historical investor records.
• Support enhancements to KYC checklists, workflows, and trackers for efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and escalate potential AML/TF risks in accordance with internal policies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for AML/KYC processes.
• Other ad-hoc duties as it relates to AML/KYC

Benefits

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
• Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans.
• We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources.
• Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees