Customer Due Diligence Consultant

• Perform enhanced customer due diligence (CDD) and verify customer identity during onboarding and periodic reviews;
• Review and validate KYC documents, beneficial ownership information, and customer details;
• Assess source of funds, source of wealth, and the nature and purpose of the customer relationship;
• Obtain additional supporting documentation and corroborate the legitimacy of wealth, income, and business activities for high-risk relationships;
• Conduct sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening in line with AML/CFT requirements;
• Perform periodic KYC refreshes and ensure customer information remains current and complete; and
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready customer records.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Criminology, or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or ICA (International Compliance Association) qualifications.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in a financial crime compliance, KYC/AML, or CDD role within the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in regulatory frameworks like BSA/USA PATRIOT Act, EU AML Directives, and FATF recommendations.