Client Acceptance – Senior Risk Analyst at Deloitte East Africa | Nairobi 2025

Client Acceptance – Senior Risk Analyst at Deloitte East Africa | Nairobi 2025

ESSENTIAL JOB DETAILS

• Position: Client Acceptance – Senior Risk Analyst
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Job Type: Full-time
• Service Line: Internal Client Services
• Department: Quality, Independence, Risk, and Reputation (QIRR)
• Reporting to: Management within QIRR Team
• Application Deadline: Wednesday, 26 March 2025
• Equal Opportunity: Deloitte encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.

INTRODUCTION

Are you looking to advance your career in risk management? Deloitte East Africa has an exciting opportunity for a Client Acceptance – Senior Risk Analyst in Nairobi. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with client acceptance and continuance processes, helping maintain Deloitte’s high standards of integrity, risk mitigation, and professional conduct. The successful candidate will join the Quality, Independence, Risk, and Reputation (QIRR) Department, which is responsible for safeguarding the firm from reputational, operational, litigation, and regulatory risks.

Deloitte is recognized globally as a leader in audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory services. With a presence in over 150 countries, Deloitte fosters professional growth, innovation, and industry excellence. A career with Deloitte means working alongside leading corporations and gaining exposure to cutting-edge business practices across the East African region.

ABOUT DELOITTE EAST AFRICA

Deloitte East Africa provides seamless cross-border services to multinational, large national enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises, and the public sector. The firm operates in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Malawi, and Ethiopia. Deloitte professionals enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters continuous learning, career development, and impactful community initiatives.

At Deloitte, our core values include leading the way, serving with integrity, taking care of each other, fostering inclusion, and collaborating for measurable impact. These principles shape our workplace culture and help us maintain our reputation as a global leader in professional services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Client Acceptance – Senior Risk Analyst, your key duties will include:

• Processing Client Acceptance and Continuance (KYC, Anti-Corruption, and Anti-Money Laundering checks) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Reviewing and verifying that client acceptance and continuance checks meet accuracy, layout, and completeness standards.
• Ensuring all relevant correspondence and documentation is properly attached to client cases.
• Maintaining regular communication with management to escalate issues and provide updates on complex cases.
• Supporting ad-hoc risk management tasks related to client onboarding and due diligence.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• 3-4 years’ experience in risk management, client acceptance, compliance, or related fields.
• Basic understanding of Know Your Client (KYC) and Anti-Corruption/Anti-Money Laundering (AC/AML) risk aspects.
• Knowledge of company structures and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Exposure to risk management processes and due diligence practices.
• Some familiarity with regulatory bodies such as IFAC, SEC, and PCAOB.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively in team environments.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to manage priorities under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Reliable, accountable, and adaptable.

Technical Competencies:

• Basic technical knowledge in risk management and compliance.
• Understanding of financial reporting and regulatory standards.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

COMPANY CULTURE AND VALUES

Deloitte is committed to maintaining an environment where employees can grow, collaborate, and contribute meaningfully to the firm’s goals. Our workplace fosters:

• Diversity and inclusion – Encouraging different perspectives and backgrounds.
• Continuous learning and professional development – Employees have access to training, mentorship, and global networking opportunities.
• Corporate responsibility and ethical practices – Upholding integrity in all engagements.
• Employee well-being and work-life balance – Supporting personal and professional growth.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via the Deloitte East Africa Careers portal before the deadline on Wednesday, 26 March 2025. Ensure your application includes an updated CV and any relevant supporting documents.

• Apply Now: Deloitte East Africa Careers Portal

All applications will be treated with confidentiality, and no candidate will be required to pay any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Deloitte is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.

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FINAL NOTE

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