KYC Specialist

OUR CLIENT - a cutting-edge Fintech company, is committed to provide convenient and efficient financial services to customers worldwide. Leveraging on the wide-reaching settlement network in Europe and China, they plan to expand global payment network and to offer to its clients a secure and reliable way to manage their money.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence reviews for onboarding new clients and periodic reviews of existing customers;
• Collect, verify, and analyze customer identification documents and information in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements;
• Assess customer risk levels by reviewing ownership structures, business activities, and source of funds/wealth;
• Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers, including PEPs, entities with complex structures, or those in high-risk jurisdictions;
• Monitor and track KYC documentation expiration and ensure timely updates for ongoing compliance;
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., compliance, legal, front office) to resolve discrepancies or escalated cases;
• Support audits, regulatory inspections, and internal reviews by preparing KYC documentation and summary reports;
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of KYC workflows, risk-rating models, and process automation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Law, Finance, Business, or related fields;
• Minimum 1 year of experience in KYC, client onboarding, or AML roles within the financial or fintech sector;
• Strong knowledge of KYC/AML regulations (e.g., FATF, 6AMLD, EU AML directives, or local regulatory frameworks);
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and documentation skills with a strong attention to detail;
• Proficiency in written and spoken English (for reviewing international documents and drafting case summaries);
• Experience in fintech, virtual assets, or cross-border financial services is a plus;
• AML or KYC certifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA, CKYCA) would be an advantage;
• Experience working with PEP screening, sanctions screening, or onboarding high-net-worth or institutional clients is a plus.

Benefits

• A supportive team and learning-oriented environment;
• Hybrid working style;
• Opportunities to grow within the finance department as we scale;
• A chance to contribute to a fast-moving fintech company;
• Monthly salary range from 1800 EUR to 2800 EUR gross.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.