Job Title: KYC & Onboarding Specialist
Location: Dubai, UAE
Start Date: Immediate
Role Overview:
We are seeking experienced professionals to support our KYC and client onboarding operations, with a particular focus on backlog management and onboarding of high-risk clients. This role requires a hands-on approach and the ability to add immediate value across both operational execution and strategic process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end KYC onboarding, AML checks, and remediation efforts
- Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for high-risk clients
- Support or lead backlog clearance initiatives and process streamlining
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Contribute to automation and enhancement of manual KYC processes
- Prepare and maintain high-quality documentation for audits and internal reporting
- Assist in developing and delivering training to team members as needed
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in KYC, AML, and client onboarding (preferably in global financial institutions)
- Strong understanding of high-risk client profiles and regulatory obligations
- Track record of working on backlog remediation or similar high-pressure projects
- Excellent communication skills for cross-functional stakeholder engagement
- Experience with KYC process automation and digital transformation is a plus
- Strong documentation, analytical, and training delivery capabilities
Preferred:
- Immediate availability
- Experience in both operational and strategic aspects of KYC/AML