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Join a rapidly growing FinTech company as an Onboarding Compliance Specialist. You will be responsible for conducting and overseeing enhanced due diligence reviews on high-risk / complex customer accounts. You will serve as a subject matter expert for the business, advising and training internal teams on best practice and regulatory obligations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review high risk / complex customer account applications including PEPs, high-risk geographies, complex structures, and adverse media cases.
- Lead and conduct in depth reviews / EDD of current customer accounts and activity.
- Act as SME for escalated KYC / KYB / CDD / EDD queries.
- Hold final approval for high risk customer account applications and reviews.
- Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders across 1LOD/2LOD providing support for gap analysis and thematic reviews.
- Work closely with, and provide expert advice, to wider operations teams and business leaders.
- Coach and mentor colleagues; delivering up to date and concise KYC / KYB / EDD training.
- Use data driven insights and personal observations to drive continuous improvement.
- Constructively challenge current processes and procedures and make recommendations to enhance processes.
Essential experience includes:
- Expert level knowledge of KYC / KYB / CDD / EDD / AML onboarding requirements.
- Detailed understanding of UK AML & CTF regulations POCA, JMLSG, MLR 2017, FATF etc.
- Experience mentoring, coaching and training colleagues.
- Experience working in an FCA regulated organisation preferably a banking organisation.
📍🗺️Location is key: Applicants must reside within a commutable distance (1 hour-ish) of Southampton and be available to work from the office at least three days per week.
Salary: £35-38,000 plus benefits
Onboarding Compliance Specialist - KYC / KYB / CDD / EDD employer: FinTech People
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing FinTech company that values innovation and compliance, offering a collaborative work culture where your expertise as an Onboarding Compliance Specialist will be recognised and rewarded. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have ample opportunities for growth through mentoring and training initiatives, all while enjoying the benefits of working in Southampton, a vibrant city with a rich maritime history and excellent transport links. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on regulatory practices but also positions you within a supportive team dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence.
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