Client Onboarding Specialist
Skills
About the Role
You will conduct KYC and KYB due diligence for institutional clients, perform risk assessments and escalate high-risk cases, review and verify corporate documents including UBO and source of funds, ensure AML/CFT compliance, collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Sales and Operations, maintain accurate client records, monitor onboarding SLAs, and support audits and regulatory reporting.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of experience in Client Onboarding, KYC, KYB, or AML compliance with institutional client onboarding experience
- Strong understanding of AML and CFT regulations and compliance frameworks
- Ability to analyze complex corporate structures and identify risks
- Familiarity with global sanctions lists, PEP screening, and adverse media checks
- Certifications such as CAMS or ICA are a plus
Responsibilities
- Conduct KYC and KYB due diligence for new and existing clients in line with regulatory and internal compliance standards
- Perform risk assessments including customer risk classification and escalate high-risk cases
- Review and verify corporate documents, ownership structures, UBO, and source of funds
- Ensure compliance with AML and CFT laws and regulatory frameworks
- Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Sales, and Operations to ensure seamless onboarding
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation
- Monitor onboarding workflows and ensure timely completion within SLAs
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices related to KYC, KYB, AML, and CFT
- Support audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting as required