Compliance Associate

About the role

The Compliance Associate ensures that individual account holders meet ongoing KYC/AML regulatory requirements. You will verify identity documents, assess source of wealth, analyse transaction patterns and communicate professionally with customers throughout the review process.

Key responsibilities

• Perform periodic reviews of individual accounts in line with internal policies.
• Screen for negative news alerts and assess their impact on account holders.
• Validate government‑issued ID, proof of address and source‑of‑wealth documentation.
• Analyse transaction activity to detect inconsistencies with declared profiles.
• Identify red flags, document findings and escalate according to AML procedures.
• Communicate with customers via email to request missing information or clarify details.
• Maintain accurate records in case‑management systems and stay updated on KYC/AML regulations.

Required profile

• Minimum 1 year of experience in KYC, AML or related financial compliance.
• Ability to work within structured procedures and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Strong organizational skills and the capacity to prioritize a caseload.

Required skills

• Experience with KYC/AML platforms such as LexisNexis or Veriff.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (BSA/AML, FinCEN, FATF).
• Familiarity with identity verification, proof‑of‑address and source‑of‑wealth documentation standards.