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KYC Specialist – Italian Market

N26


Job Location:

Madrid - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 August 2026 (26 days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Specialist in Know-Your-Customer (KYC) to join our growing Italian Market KYC team in our Madrid this role you will take ownership of key processes within KYC and ensure an optimal user experience.

In KYC our goal is to lead and shape the industry by fostering a culture of compliance within N26 that is trusted by authorities customers and shareholders. For that purpose your expertise in KYC is fundamental. Particularly in Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for Customers and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) will be instrumental for your success in this position.

The Specialist role is centered on operational excellence and the effective management of daily cases. Through dedication and continuous learning an L1 becomes a fundamental member of the team in ensuring N26s regulatory compliance.

In Your Next Challenge You Will:
  • Apply In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices related to EDD and ODD processes.

  • Apply your experience with due diligence processes related to High-Risk Customers (HRC) and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP).

  • Correctly apply established policies in each case assessment maintaining a clear understanding of compliance requirements to ensure quality work.

  • Contribute to the maintenance of the Service Level Agreement (SLA): Efficiently manage assigned cases ensuring deadlines are met.

  • Showcase your proficiency in using KYC tools platforms and software for efficient processing and management of EDD and ODD cases.

  • Demonstrate your analytical and investigative skills to assess and mitigate risks associated with High Risk customer profiles.

  • Showcase your ability to interpret and analyse financial statements transactions and other relevant data to make informed decisions.

  • Conduct thorough and accurate assessments identifying risks and relevant documentation.

  • Demonstrate a high level of Problem-Solving skills continuously proving the ability to identify and solve problems independently.

  • Exhibit outstanding team Collaboration working collaboratively in a multicultural and fast-paced team environment.

  • Foster open dialogue within the team and share key case findings. Actively seek help and feedback for professional growth.

  • Collaborate with other internal teams (such as MLRO or Customer Support) to resolve questions quickly and effectively.

  • Adapt quickly to process changes and maintain a positive attitude. Actively participate in the adoption of new guidelines and tools.

  • Be exposed to a fast-paced environment demonstrating openness to learning and incorporating new methodologies and technologies into the KYC workflow.

  • Participate in projects contribute ideas and execute assigned tasks.

  • Embrace our Customer-Centric Approach focusing on enhancing the user experience for our customers undergoing the KYC process balancing compliance requirements with a seamless and user-friendly approach.

What Youll Need to Be Successful
Background:
  • Hands-on experience in KYC ideally with exposure to Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD).

  • Proven track record of managing and resolving KYC cases efficiently.

  • Previous experience in similar fast-paced Finance and Banking companies is desired but not mandatory.

Skills:
  • Excellent hands-on experience in KYC Operations.

  • Knowledge of banking regulations is preferable.

  • Strong analytical skills with the capability to independently generate insights.

  • Proactive and detail-oriented with the ability to maintain a positive mindset and excel under pressure.

  • Fluency in English and Italian is mandatory; proficiency in additional languages is an added value.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with proven experience in supporting stakeholders through complex situations.

Whats in it for you:
  • Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europes most talked about disruptors .
  • Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget work from home budget discounts to fitness & wellness memberships language apps and public transportation.
  • As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account. As well as subscriptions for friends and family members.
  • Vacation days vary depending on your location of work. Additional day of annual leave for each year of service.
  • A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies - all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities life experiences and family statuses.
  • A relocation package with visa support for those who need it.
Who we are

N26 has reimagined banking for todays digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and its how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use.

Weve eliminated physical branches paperwork and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do.

Founded in 2013 N26 now has more than 8 million customers in 24 markets. We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe including Vienna and Barcelona and a 1500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities.

Sounds good Apply now for this position.

N26 is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status or disability status.


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It is with sincere gratitude and appreciation of everything we built together, that we made the tough decision to sharpen our focus on our European business.

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