KYC ANALYST - FIXED TERM END OF MARCH 2027

Location: Westpac on Takutai Square

FIXED TERM UNTIL END OF MARCH 2027

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

As a KYC Analyst , you’ll play a vital role in protecting the bank from financial crime and ensuring compliance with AML/CFT regulations. You’ll be responsible for conducting both periodic and event-driven customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews. This includes analysing customer profiles, identifying risk indicators, and maintaining accurate records in our systems.

You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders such as Relationship Managers, Compliance, and Risk teams to gather and verify customer information. Your ability to make the due diligence process as seamless and customer-friendly as possible—while upholding compliance standards—will be key to your success.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, support remediation projects, and stay ahead of changes in legislation and industry best practices.

Nā tōu rourou | What will you bring?

We’re looking for someone who brings a strong mix of analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset. You’ll also bring:

1+ years’ experience in a KYC, AML, or compliance-related role within financial services or legal.

A solid understanding of AML/CFT legislation and regulatory expectations in New Zealand.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in using customer management and compliance systems.

It’s a bonus if you also have

Experience working with high-risk customer types (e.g. trusts, PEPs, offshore entities).

A CAMS or similar AML certification.

Key capabilities that will help you thrive in this role:

Analytical thinking and sound risk-based decision-making.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong collaboration and adaptability.

A commitment to integrity and confidentiality.

The ability to balance compliance with a great customer experience.

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation

At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers.

We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodivergent, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

Applications close

12 October 2026

Additional Locations: Tauranga Regional Office