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