Hiring for KYC Specialist/Officer – Bengaluru

Job Description

Hiring for KYC Specialist/Officer – Bengaluru

We are looking for a detail-oriented KYC Specialist/Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations by performing detailed customer due diligence (CDD), reviewing financial transactions, and mitigating risks related to money laundering and financial crime.

Responsibilities

• Customer Due Diligence (CDD):

  • Review and verify customer information and documentation to ensure compliance with KYC requirements.

  • Conduct in-depth investigations into customer profiles and financial activities to identify potential risks.

  • Collaborate with internal departments and stakeholders to gather information and resolve discrepancies.

• Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD):

  • Perform enhanced due diligence for high-risk customers, ensuring all relevant information is collected, reviewed, and reported.

  • Identify potential red flags or suspicious activity and escalate as needed.

• Ongoing Monitoring:

  • Continuously monitor customer accounts and financial transactions to detect suspicious activity.

  • Analyze transactions and review account activity to identify trends and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Regulatory Compliance:

  • Stay up to date with changes in KYC, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and regulatory compliance policies.

  • Ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date to meet internal and regulatory audits.

• Customer Interaction:

  • Handle customer queries and issues related to KYC compliance via international voice communication.

  • Provide guidance to clients regarding KYC requirements and resolve any issues efficiently.

• Reporting & Documentation:

  • Prepare detailed reports on KYC findings and escalate any unusual or suspicious activity to senior management.

  • Maintain organized records for regulatory and internal auditing purposes.

Skills & Competencies

• Minimum 3 years of experience in international voice communication.

• Strong knowledge of KYC, AML, and financial crime prevention regulations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for reporting and analysis.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to handle international clients.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.