KYC Analyst

About the role

Swissborg aims to revolutionize crypto wealth management by making investing more accessible and transparent. As a KYC Analyst, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while onboarding individual and corporate users. This position is essential for maintaining the integrity of the platform and protecting against financial crimes.

You will be part of a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and user experience. Success in this role means effectively managing the onboarding process, conducting thorough risk assessments, and collaborating with various stakeholders to gather necessary information. Your efforts will contribute to the trust and reliability that Swissborg offers to its nearly one million users.

The salary range for this position is between $75,000 and $125,000, which reflects the expertise required for the role.

Skills that matter here

• KYC: This role requires collecting and verifying documentation for user onboarding.
• AML: You will need to apply knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering practices in your daily tasks.
• Research Skills: Strong research skills are essential for investigating high-risk users.
• Analytical Skills: Analytical skills will be used to assess risks and ensure compliance.
• Communication: Clear communication is necessary for collaborating with internal and external parties.
• Crypto Interest: A genuine interest in cryptocurrency is crucial for understanding the industry.

Who this role suits

• A person with a background in law, finance, or business who is detail-oriented.
• Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and can communicate effectively with diverse teams.
• An analytical thinker who thrives in a compliance-focused environment.
• An individual with a passion for cryptocurrency and its regulatory landscape.

From the employer

• Onboard individual and corporate users (KYC and KYB) by collecting and verifying documentation, including source of funds and source of wealth, and carrying out risk assessments
• Periodically review KYC/KYB records to make sure they are complete and meet our due diligence standards
• Screen users against sanctions and watchlists, escalating potential matches for further review
• Run IP address consistency checks and investigate any mismatches or potential risks
• Investigate high-risk users and conduct enhanced due diligence, including reviewing additional documentation and carrying out further checks
• Work with internal teams and external parties to obtain the information we need
• Contribute to projects and process improvements as they arise

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business or a related field or equivalent professional experience in KYC
• Ideally with hands-on knowledge of complex corporate (KYB) onboarding, including company structures and ultimate beneficial owners
• Clear and efficient communicator, comfortable working with internal and external parties
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Sound knowledge of and/or experience in working with FATF Recommendations (Anti-Money Laundering, Countering Terrorism Financing)
• Experience with AML monitoring and screening
• Including experience in handling PEP's
• Experience in transaction monitoring, both regular and on-chain is an advantage
• Must have an interest in crypto
• Good experience onboarding individual customers - reviewing all related documentation, including source of wealth documentation

• 🪙 Annual BORG bonus
• ⏰ Genuine remote and flexible working
• 🏖 25 days annual leave plus local bank holidays
• 📚 Learning and development budget
• 💻 MacBook and home office budget
• ✈ Team and company-wide retreats
• 📱 SwissBorg Premium account
• 💰 VSOP share options
• 🤗 BORG welcome bonus