KYC ANALYST - 12 MONTHS FIXED TERM at Westpac New Zealand

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

KYC, AML, Compliance, Tax, Analytical Skills, Investigative Skills, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Attention to Detail, Risk Assessment, Documentation Analysis, Customer Interaction, Regulatory Frameworks, ACAMS Certification, High-Risk Customer Experience, International Tax Frameworks

Industry

Banking

Description

We're Hiring: KYC Analysts – Multiple Specialised Streams Location: Auckland Team: KYC Services Reporting to: Manager – Specialised KYC Are you passionate about financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance? We're looking for KYC Analysts to join our growing team across three specialised streams. Each role plays a vital part in protecting our organisation and customers, while offering unique challenges and opportunities for growth. 🔍 Deregistered Customers Support the bank’s AML/CFT obligations by managing due diligence for customers linked to companies flagged for deregistration. You'll assess legitimacy, risk, and coordinate offboarding or fund remittance where needed. 🌍 Foreign Tax (FATCA/CRS) Ensure compliance with international tax reporting obligations. You'll collect and verify customer tax residency information, analyse documentation, and liaise with stakeholders to ensure accurate classification and reporting. 🔄 Ongoing Due Diligence Conduct periodic and event-driven customer reviews to maintain compliance with AML/CFT regulations. You'll interact directly with customers, assess risk indicators, and support remediation and reporting efforts. What You'll Bring: 1–2+ years’ experience in KYC, AML, compliance, or tax-related roles Strong analytical and investigative skills Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities High attention to detail and accuracy Familiarity with AML/CFT legislation and regulatory frameworks Advantageous: ACAMS or similar certification, experience with high-risk customer types or international tax frameworks Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven team Work on meaningful projects that protect our customers and community Grow your career in a dynamic and evolving regulatory environment Flexible work arrangements and ongoing development opportunities Apply now to make a difference in financial crime prevention and customer due diligence. Let us know your preferred stream – or explore multiple! Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together. What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you! Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now! Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater Applications close: 12 October 2025 Our culture is rich with stories of how our people like to help, our customers, our community and each other. This is reflected through flexible working arrangements to ensure that our people have a balance in their life with those things that are important to them. Through ensuring that we provide opportunities to everyone regardless of what society throws at them, we are a safe place to work where you are treated equally and appreciated.

Responsibilities

KYC Analysts will support the bank’s AML/CFT obligations by managing due diligence for customers and ensuring compliance with international tax reporting obligations. They will conduct periodic customer reviews and interact directly with customers to assess risk indicators.