KYC Compliance Analyst

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KYC Compliance Analyst

Corpay is currently looking to hire a KYC Compliance Analyst within our Compliance team. This position falls under our Cross Border line of business and is located in Madrid, Spain.

Seeking a KYC Compliance Analyst with strong client-onboarding experience, particularly for complex corporate customers in Spain and other international jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will be experienced in conducting CDD/EDD, verifying company structures and beneficial ownership, assessing country and customer risk, reviewing supporting documentation, and ensuring onboarding decisions meet applicable AML/KYC requirements.

You will report directly to the EMEA KYC Compliance Manager, and you will collaborate closely with relevant teams and departments to support robust KYC and financial crime compliance processes.

How We Work

As a KYC Compliance Analyst, Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in our designated Madrid, Spain office location
• Company-issued equipment
• Formal, hands-on training

Role Responsibilities

Your responsibilities of the role will include:

• Conduct comprehensive Know Your Customer (“KYC”) reviews for new-client onboarding, as well as periodic and trigger-event reviews of existing clients and account management activities.
• Perform due diligence on clients by obtaining and assessing corporate records, ownership and control information, and other relevant client documentation; verify information through public sources and third-party vendors.
• Review and validate KYC documentation, determine customer risk ratings, and ensure records are complete, accurate, and maintained in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify higher-risk relationships and conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (“EDD”), including for high-risk industries, Politically Exposed Persons (“PEPs”), sanctions-related risks, and complex ownership structures.
• Evaluate adverse media, sanctions, PEP, and other screening results, documenting findings and escalating material risks where appropriate.
• Manage exceptions and ensure that all SLAs agreed with the business are met for quality and timeliness.
• Assist in identifying client-related trends, typologies, and issues associated with money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, fraud, and other suspicious activity.
• Participate in project work and contribute to the development and enhancement of internal processes, guidance, procedures, and risk frameworks.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders to provide optimal support.
• Support ad hoc and remediation projects as assigned by the Chief Compliance Officer, Compliance Director, and/or Compliance Manager(s).

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 2-3+ years’ experiences in Financial Crime Compliance/KYC with clear understanding of AML/CTF regulations, requirements, and best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to liaise with other departments. Experience working alongside C-suite executives and global teams.
• Ability to identify trends and inconsistencies, including interpreting alerts, assessing risk scores and entity types and knowledge of commonly known high risk industries, red flags, typologies, and applicable EDD (Enhanced Due Diligence) is an asset.
• Strong writing, research, and investigation skills; capability to document relevant information clearly, structured, and comprehensively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work as a strong team player in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid holiday entitlement
• Competitive salary of €30-35K, based on experience
• Discretionary bonus plan
• Lunch vouchers of €7.50 per day
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning, with thousands of courses to support ongoing professional and personal development

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About Corpay

About Corpay

Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.

At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.

As part of our hiring process, offers of employment may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening conducted by an authorized third-party provider, in accordance with applicable laws and Corpay policies. Screening requirements may include employment references, identity verification, criminal record checks, financial or sanctions screening, and other background checks relevant to the role and permitted by local law.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies and Search Firms: Corpay does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms without a valid written agreement in place. Any unsolicited candidate submissions will become the property of Corpay, and no fees will be paid related to such submissions.

Learn more about Corpay: https://www.corpay.com

Transparency & Compliance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Corpay is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Corpay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

Corpay may use artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening, candidate assessment, or interview scheduling. These tools are designed to enhance efficiency, consistency, and fairness throughout the hiring process. AI tools do not make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions involve human review. Corpay is committed to the responsible use of AI, including appropriate oversight and safeguards designed to support fair and unbiased outcomes.

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Pay Philosophy

Corpay is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Compensation decisions are based on objective, job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. Where required by applicable law, salary or compensation ranges will be included in the job posting or provided prior to the interview process, where required by applicable law. Additional compensation elements such as bonuses, incentives, benefits, or variable pay may apply where applicable.