Oryx Energies is one of Africa’s leading independent providers of oil and gas products and services, with an established track record and a presence in 17 sub-Saharan African countries. From our headquarters in Switzerland and our European terminal, Oryx Iberia SAU, located in the Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, we operate in an international and constantly evolving environment.

Mission

This position is responsible for ensuring robust KYC processes, conducting in-depth risk assessments, reporting to management, and supporting our commercial teams in maintaining the highest standards of compliance.

You will perform comprehensive risk assessments by analysing and cross-checking data from multiple sources, validate and review compliance files, ensuring alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have strong analytical skills, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing, international organization.

Key Responsibilities

KYC & Due Diligence: Conduct Know Your Customer checks for counterparties, clients, and partners.

Perform vessel vetting and due diligence activities to verify vessel suitability and compliance prior fixing.

In-depth Due Diligence: Collect, analyse, and cross-check information from different sources to assess risks.

Review and Approval: Examine and approve compliance files, ensuring consistency with internal policies.

Escalation: Identify and report compliance issues to the appropriate authorities.

Sanctions Screening: Perform sanctions and watchlist checks (US, EU, UK, CH), analyse results, and manage alerts.

Reporting: Prepare clear reports for management and authorities if necessary.

Database Updates: Keep KYC information up to date in internal systems.





Regulatory Monitoring: Monitor regulatory changes and adapt procedures accordingly.

Support for internal stakeholders: Provide guidance on KYC and compliance requirements for new transactions and training on using the KYC tool.

Participation in internal audits: Collaborate during checks and inspections to ensure process compliance.

Coordinate insurance administration activities, including the issuance of insurance policies and follow-up of premium payments.

What you bring

A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Law.

Professional working proficiency in Spanish and English. Upper-intermediate French would be an asset.

A pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Clear communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex matters.

Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills, particularly advanced Excel and reporting capabilities.

The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively and sharing relevant information with the team.

Curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine willingness to learn.

Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

An analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data and identify anomalies.

What we offer

A competitive compensation package, including social benefits (private health insurance, a pension plan and life insurance)

A permanent, full-time position The opportunity to join a solid, international company in a constantly evolving environment.

A professional and collaborative workplace with a positive team culture.

An inclusive culture committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and respect.

Continuous learning and development in a dynamic, challenging, and improvement-driven environment.

📌 Due Diligence Analyst (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria)
🏢 ORYX IBERIA
📍 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria