Key Responsibilities
1.KYC / KYB Onboarding & Customer Due Diligence
- Conduct end-to-end KYC/KYB reviews for individual/corporate customers seeking to onboard onto the MX Global platform.
- Perform identity verification, beneficial ownership analysis, and risk classification in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Review and assess supporting documentation (e.g. proof of identity, corporate registration documents, source of funds/wealth declarations).
- Apply EDD procedures for higher-risk customers, PEPs, and sanctioned individuals or entities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records.
- Manage periodic KYC/KYB reviews and re-verification in line with the customer risk-based approach.
2.Transaction Monitoring & AML Surveillance
- Monitor customer transactions on an ongoing basis using the platform's transaction monitoring system, identifying unusual or suspicious activity.
- Investigate flagged alerts and escalate cases that meet the threshold for STR.
- Maintain a detailed case management log of all alerts reviewed, actions taken, and outcomes.
- Stay current with emerging typologies, red flag indicators, and regulatory expectations in the digital asset space.
3.Sanctions & Watchlist Screening
- Screen customers and counterparties against applicable sanctions lists (e.g. OFAC, UN, EU, local regulatory lists) at onboarding and on an ongoing basis.
- Ensure the sanctions screening tool is kept up to date and operating effectively.
4.Regulatory Reporting & Liaison
- Assist in responding to regulatory inquiries, audits, and examinations relating to KYC/KYB and AML compliance.
- Maintain a reporting register to track submission deadlines and ensure timely filings.
5.Policy, Procedure & Training
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls in line with regulatory changes.
- Support the delivery of compliance training to staff, including AML/CFT awareness and KYC/KYB onboarding procedures.
- Participate in internal compliance reviews and audits to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
6.Ad-Hoc Compliance Matters
- Provide compliance guidance and support on product launches, new market entry, and business initiatives to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Assist in managing relationships with external compliance vendors, screening providers, and legal counsel.
- Handle ad-hoc regulatory matters, including emerging issues specific to the digital asset sector.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of compliance experience in a regulated financial institution, fintech, virtual asset service provider (VASP), or digital asset exchange. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills