Project Support Officer

Nexeo is currently looking for a KYC / AML Analyst to strengthen the 1st Line of Defense KYC/AML/RCT team of one of our clients in Brussels.You will play a key role in managing merchant onboarding, AML alert investigations and KYC remediation activities, ensuring that client files comply with regulatory and internal requirements.This is a great opportunity for someone with initial experience in KYC/AML, ideally within banking, financial services, fintech or payments/acquiring, who wants to further develop their expertise in a regulated environment.🎯 Your ResponsibilitiesMerchant OnboardingReview and analyze Medium-Risk (MR) and High-Risk (HR) merchant files.Assess legal documentation, company structures, business activities and UBO information.Prepare validation sheets for submission to the 2nd Line of Defense / Compliance Committee.Ensure onboarding files comply with internal KYC/AML procedures.Work closely with business teams and merchants to obtain missing or updated documentation.AML Alert ProcessingReview, log and classify alerts generated by monitoring and screening systems.Investigate atypical transactions and other AML triggers.Collect additional information and supporting evidence.Prepare structured analysis notes for escalation to Compliance.Identify and escalate potentially suspicious activities.Document risk typologies, triggers, findings and recommendations.KYC RemediationParticipate in client portfolio remediation and recertification exercises.Review and update KYC information and supporting documentation.Reassess and update client risk classifications when required.Identify incomplete or outdated files.Follow up with merchants and internal stakeholders to obtain missing information.Reporting & Process ImprovementContribute to monthly KYC/AML reporting and statistics.Monitor metrics such as alerts processed and average resolution times.Identify opportunities to improve KYC/AML processes.Contribute to standardized templates, checklists and operational procedures.👤 Your Profile1–2 years of relevant experience in KYC, AML, Compliance, Client Onboarding or Transaction Monitoring.Experience within banking, financial institutions, fintech, payments or acquiring is a strong plus.Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations and KYC requirements.Ability to analyze corporate and legal documentation.Comfortable investigating client files and identifying inconsistencies or potential risks.Bachelor/Master degree or equivalent professional experience.💻 Technical SkillsMandatory:KYC / AML / CFTClient onboardingTransaction monitoring / AML alert handlingRisk assessmentAnalysis of legal and corporate documentationKnowledge of Belgian AML legislation and EU AML requirementsExperience with screening and client database tools such as Dow Jones and SalesforceNice to have:Experience in the payments / acquiring sectorCAMS, ICA or equivalent certificationExperience with merchant risk assessmentPrevious experience in KYC remediation projects🌍 LanguagesFrench: Fluent or good levelDutch: Fluent or good levelEnglish: Fluent, both written and spokenAt least one local language is required in addition to English.🤝 Soft SkillsRigorous and detail-orientedStrong analytical mindsetAutonomous and proactiveGood organizational skillsAble to identify inconsistencies and potential risksStrong communication skillsTeam playerComfortable working in a regulated and process-driven environmentProfessional approach and strong sense of confidentiality📩 Interested in this opportunity? Send me your updated CV and let's discuss the role!