KYC Analyst

Title: KYC Analyst (Fixed-term - 6 months)

Location: Paris United States

Job Description:

Who are we?

iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries - quickly, transparently, and securely.

We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with dedicated expertise, offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner.

By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind - delivering simplicity, transparency, and security.

Key figures

• 350+ employees across 14 offices in 11 European countries
• 30+ nationalities represented, average age: 32
• 10,000 corporate clients trust us
• €80M in revenue in 2025, with a target of around €100M in 2026
• Profitable for nearly two years
• Ranked for 6 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000, among the fastest-growing European companies
• An NPS of 87.5 - an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service

A strong culture built around 4 core values

• Team First: The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together.
• Tenacity: We're transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience - qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA.
• Transformation: Innovation is not a buzzword; it's a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact.
• Trust: Trust is the foundation of everything we build - with our clients and, above all, internally. It's driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability.

Recruitment context

This is a new position created to support the KYC team in managing a growing client portfolio and accelerating file processing times. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and be fully operational.

Manager & Team

You will report to Sylvain Le François, KYC Team Lead, and work closely with the Sales, Account Management, and broader Compliance teams across Europe.

The Due Diligence team (KYC + Transaction Monitoring) is made up of ~20 people, with the KYC sub-team consisting of 8 analysts based across Paris, London, Bucharest, and Sofia.

What will you do?

As a KYC Analyst, you will play a key role in iBanFirst's compliance process by verifying and validating customer identities, assessing risk levels, and contributing to the security and integrity of our ecosystem.

Main responsibilities:

• Review and verify client identity documentation (KYC/KYB) for new and existing clients
• Perform due diligence on corporate clients: financial history, business activity, ownership structure
• Evaluate transaction behavior and assess risk classification at onboarding and during periodic reviews
• Identify and escalate red flags or discrepancies to the Compliance team
• Conduct quality checks on KYC files and ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Collaborate with internal teams (Compliance, Sales, Account Management) to process files efficiently
• Support periodic reviews and updates of client files
• Suggest and help implement process improvements where relevant

Key KPIs:

• Quality and completeness of KYC files
• File processing time
• Compliance with regulatory timelines

Why is this a rare opportunity?

• International team with direct exposure to compliance experts across Europe
• A wide range of clients and industries to analyze - unique opportunity to deepen your expertise
• High impact role with real ownership and opportunities for specialization
• A team still small relative to the client base - room to grow and shape the function

What do you bring?

• 1 to 3 years of experience in KYC, compliance, or a related field (banking, fintech, insurance, notarial, or legal sectors)
• Strong attention to detail and rigor in document analysis
• Autonomous and proactive: able to manage tasks independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
• Receptive to feedback and collaborative mindset - this team works closely together
• Curious and investigative: you enjoy digging into documentation and spotting inconsistencies
• Bilingual in French and English - daily meetings and documentation are in English

What do we offer?

• Contract: Fixed-term contract (CDD), 6 months - full-time
• Start date: Ideally June 2026
• Location: Paris - Porte Maillot
• Remote policy: 2 days per week remote
• Benefit from a comprehensive compensation & benefits package, including:
• Swile meal card
• Axa health insurance
• Commuter benefits (50% reimbursement)
• RTT (extra paid days off)
• Gymlib subscription
• Paid parental leave

Why join us?

• Build expertise in the fast-growing, profitable Fintech/Paytech industry
• Grow your compliance and KYC skills within a scaling international company
• Thrive in a multicultural environment, with 14 offices across Europe and colleagues from 30+ nationalities
• Enjoy a great workspace in Paris (Porte Maillot), with flexible remote work options
• Participate in company-wide events: team offsites, internal parties, and regular social activities

Recruitment process

1. Screening call with Malorie (Talent Acquisition Specialist) - 30 minutes - remote (video) - Purpose: General fit, background, motivation, salary expectations, availability

2. In-depth interview with Sylvain Le François (KYC Team Lead) - 30 minutes - remote (video) - Purpose: Technical skills, experience, approach to KYC/compliance work

3. Final round with Sabin Ciocanelli (KYC Team Lead) & Yoann Jagorel (Due Diligence Manager) - 1 hour - in-person - Purpose: Final validation + team fit

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