KYC Review Analyst Senior- Ops
Phoenix · On-site
About this role
KYC REVIEW ANALYST SENIOR- OPS
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence background investigations for commercial loan borrowers in adherence with credit policy and compliance with BSA and USA Patriot Act. Responsible for the quality assurance and integrity of the "Know Your Client" (KYC) program on new and existing client relationships. Perform review and provide clearance on potential negative news alerts for new clients or during periodic client reviews. Perform prospect client reviews and provide recommendations prior to onboarding prospects as well as other referrals from line units.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Conduct Periodic Reviews of clients to determine compliance risk, identify deviations from expected behaviors based on client profile and update profile to determine accuracy of client risk level.
- The KYC Review (Analyst – Senior) will perform Enhance Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for commercial loan borrowers and prospect reviews utilizing a variety of internal bank systems and external research tools, subscription based websites, public records to investigate, research, and prepare documentation/summaries consistent with resolution of investigation.
- KYC – the analyst is able to review and verify that a Know Your Client (KYC) is completed for new accounts, and Anticipated Activity questions for Business and Individual clients with new transactional accounts.
- KYC – the analyst is able to perform review and clearance of potential negative news alerts on new clients and during periodic client reviews and escalate true matches accordingly.
- Escalate restricted or prohibited activity consistent with CNB policy requiring BSA Escalation discovered through research to HRC (High Risk Client) and/or unusual activity to Compliance Investigations.
- May assist with training of new hires and conduct quality control review/adit of junior level analyst reviews.
- May Participate in and complete ad-hoc projects.
- Perform timely investigations with well-reasoned and supported decision-making. Conducts follow-up with line colleagues for any missing or necessary information. Completes required training. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- 5+years’ experience in Banking Services, branch operations, risk management or related function and three years’ of BSA/AML experience
- 2+ years’ experience using Microsoft Office
Additional Qualifications
- Analytical skills, solid understanding of deposit and loan transactions, use of good judgment, attention to detail, internet savvy, good knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT acts. Great communication and writing skills.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting base salary: $71,869 - $114,797 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
ABOUT US
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
Company at a glance
City National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $93 billion in assets as of July 31, 2025. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami.* In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $106 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2024 alone, the company made charitable contributions of nearly $10 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves.
*City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.
Founded1954
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryBanking
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Websitenewsroom.cnb.com
LinkedInLinkedIn
Top Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Medical plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- 401(k) company matching contribution
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Volunteer time
- Fertility benefits
- Cancer support programs
- Diabetes support programs
- Musculoskeletal support programs
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