KYC COE Specialist

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for KYC processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and operational efficiency.
• Liaise closely with the compliance team to interpret and implement regulatory changes into KYC processes and SOPs.
• Conduct regular reviews of KYC processes and SOPs to identify areas for improvement and compliance enhancement.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including operations, compliance, legal, and product teams to ensure seamless integration of compliance requirements into KYC workflows.
• Provide guidance on KYC compliance matters to operations team.
• Develop and coordinate training programs on KYC processes and compliance requirements for relevant staff.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact KYC processes and proactively propose necessary adjustments.
• Participate in regulatory audits and examinations related to KYC processes.
• Prepare and present regular reports on KYC process performance and compliance metrics to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a similar role within the financial services or cryptocurrency industry.
• In-depth knowledge of KYC regulations and best practices, particularly in the cryptocurrency space.
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations and their application to business onboarding processes.
• Experience in process improvement, project coordination and SOP development.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management and stakeholder management.