KYC Associate – Client Onboarding

About the role

The KYC Associate will join the Client Onboarding team to ensure new customers and existing client amendments meet all regulatory and internal standards. You will analyse documentation, assess risk, and support anti‑money‑laundering (AML) processes across multiple jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Perform KYC and client documentation analysis for new onboarding and amendments.
• Study legal and commercial documents to understand client activity, structure and associated risk.
• Execute AML policies and internal procedures in line with local and global principles.
• Interact daily with Sales/Bankers to obtain required documents and advise on onboarding status.
• Conduct quality‑control checks to ensure compliance with all applicable rules.
• Manage pending client documentation by liaising with internal Lines of Business.
• Perform client searches and communicate findings accurately.
• Update Standard Operating Procedures to reflect the latest processes.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Internal Controls, Technology, Client Services and regional onboarding teams.
• Prepare regulatory reports and maintain regional client‑setup metrics.

Required profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law, IT, Engineering or related field.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably within a financial institution.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and manage documentation.
• Experience leading small teams or projects is a plus.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, globally‑focused onboarding environment.
• Collaboration with cross‑functional teams across regions.