Compliance EDD & High Risk Client Team Lead
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Latin AmericaFull-TimeLead
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Job Details
- Experience
- 5+ years in AML/KYC compliance
- Required Skills
- Compliance
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years in AML/KYC compliance with a strong focus on EDD and high-risk individual/retail clients
- At least 2 years in a senior or lead capacity
- Proven EDD experience: PEPs, adverse media, high-risk jurisdictions, SoW/SoF assessments
- Proficiency in compliance tools: World-Check, ComplyAdvantage, Elliptic, or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks in crypto or financial services
- Knowledge of global licensing requirements related to financial services and crypto
- Excellent communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills
- CAMS or equivalent certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee and review high-risk individual and retail client cases within SLAs, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
- Lead complex EDD reviews involving PEPs, adverse media, and source of wealth/funds assessments
- Act as the primary escalation point for the team and cross-functional stakeholders
- Oversee the client off-boarding process for high-risk retail clients
- Monitor team output quality and drive continuous improvements to EDD workflows and SOPs
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AML/CFT regulations and virtual currency developments
- Manage high risk customer escalations from the first line of defense
- Draft policies, procedures, and training materials
- Build relationships with MLRO teams and internal stakeholders
- Mentor and develop team members
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