Junior KYC Analyst Freelancer Training Program
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Job Summary
About
Swan is Europes embedded banking specialist. We empower software companies to embed banking features like accounts cards and payments directly into their products under their own processes over 1.5 billion in monthly transactions for more than 150 companieslike Pennylane Indy Agicap Libeo and Lucca. Founded in 2019 the company has received growth capital from leading investors such as Lakestar Accel Creandum Bpifrance and Eight Roads. Swan is a principal member of Mastercard and a licensed financial institution regulated by the French banking authority (ACPR).
Our mission
Banking belongs in business software
Many software companies already serve small businesses incredibly well: helping them send invoices run payroll manage inventory and more. Theyre on a mission to become the central hub for managing every aspect of business life.
But when it comes to financial workflows theres still a gap. Too many critical tasks like managing cash flow tracking payments or reconciling accounts happen outside the software across spreadsheets email threads banking portals.
Its a missed opportunity. Business software shouldnt just record financial activity it should run it.
To learn more about us: About Swan ; Our story.
Why were hiring
Were growing our KYC team and opening the recruiting for a new batch of analysts to join Swan. This time were doing things differently: were not just looking for people with extensive KYC experience. We believe great talent comes from all backgrounds and if you bring the right mindset curiosity and motivation you can learn the rest.
Statement of Work
We are looking for motivated diligent and proactive Know Your Customer (KYC) Analysts to join us as freelancers. This mission demands a strong operational mindset with the ability to make fast accurate decisions within a fast-paced this position you will be responsible for conducting detailed customer due diligence to prevent our organization from being misused for money laundering financial fraud and other financial crimes.
Not familiar with KYC Know Your Customer (KYC) is the process of verifying the identity of customers and assessing potential risks before entering into a business relationship with them. It is a core part of financial compliance and fraud prevention.
KYC:
Conduct detailed customer due diligence perform risk assessments and make sure each customer complies with our companys KYC policy.
Gather necessary information and documents from new customers and verify them effectively.
Ensure complete accurate and timely data entry of KYC records into the appropriate systems.
Stay abreast of regulatory changes and updates regarding KYC and AML standards.
Collaborate with the Compliance team in order to refine and optimize the companys KYC policies.
Ensure confidentiality of investigations and exchanges.
Fraud Analysis:
Assess and make recommendations to mitigate potential risks of financial fraud money laundering and terrorism financing.
Use analytical tools and techniques to detect fraud trends patterns and provide actionable insights to enhance business risk strategies.
Preferred experience
Youre a great match if:
You are available for a 3 to 6-month freelance mission in Paris with the possibility of extension depending on volumes.
You have at least 1 year of work experience (or 2 years via apprenticeship) in any field: customer support admin back office finance banking or beyond. If you are looking to make a career shift or find your first role in the fintech world you are more than welcome to apply.
Naturally curious: you ask the right questions and dig into problems to find solutions.
You are detail-oriented structured and process-driven.
Comfortable working under pressure and adapting quickly to fast-paced and changing environments.
Able to manage multiple priorities while consistently delivering results and meeting targets.
Have clear and efficient communication in English.
Familiar with digital tools such as a CRM ticketing system or AI tools. A bonus not a requirement.
Our ideal teammate: Empathetic. Skilled. Frank. We love to challenge each other and we leave our egos at the door.
KYC or AML experience Amazing but not required. If youre curious motivated and ready to learn dont hesitate to apply.
How it will work:
This is not a typical hiring; think of it as a hiring batch dedicated technical training. Before applying heres what you need to know:
You must be based in Paris (mandatory)
This is only for a freelance contract
Start date: May 4th
100% onsite at the Paris office for the first 2 weeks of onboarding
If you join us youll go through a structured onboarding: a full first week dedicated to Swan and our processes followed by a second week of hands-on practice alongside our senior analysts so youre fully ready to take on your own cases.
Recruitment process
15-minute phone call with our TA team to discuss your background motivation and verify logistics.
Take-home case (1 day to prepare) followed by an Interview with a KYC Manager
If all goes well youll receive an offer at the latest mid-April (2 weeks before the onboarding date)
Note: the take-home case is not a test of your KYC knowledge. Its designed to give you a chance to show us how you think how you approach a problem and how you communicate your results. Thats all were looking for
