We are Leatherback, and we provide a single access point that empowers individuals and businesses to be truly global. We do this by building best-in-class financial, payment, and commerce solutions that remove barriers to global growth and mobility for all citizens of the world. Leatherback is a global digital cross-border payments service provider positione...
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Complete KYC onboarding for new( individual and corporate) and pre-existing customers by reviewing client documentation, vendor databases, and data entered into proprietary
Solid knowledge and understanding around AML, in particular KYC, EDD, and high-risk customers.
Ensure all appropriate information is contained in the KYC to meet all regulatory, legal, bank, and audit requirements
Liaise with Clients, Front Office, Credit, Legal, and Operations as necessary as part of the KYC process
Ownership of the KYC onboarding process from the initial introduction from sales through to integration handover
Undertake screening of clients against adverse media, PEP and Sanctions Lists
Manage and maintain client records for both new and existing clients and perform CDD/EDD for trigger events and periodic reviews.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Any compliance certification is a plus
Knowledge of AML/BSA-related regulations.
Strong team player, also able to work independently and take ownership of issues
Two years minimum experience in AML KYC or other AML/CTF and compliance-related functions.
Excellent written and spoken English and strong report-writing skills, including the ability to apply independent thought and analysis
Consistent improvement in organizational measures and policies to promote a positive culture of compliance with the organization and facilitate business growth