Onboarding Specialist (with Compliance Knowledge)
Job Description
Role Overview
We are looking for an Onboarding Specialist with strong compliance knowledge to manage corporate client onboarding end-to-end. This role requires a balance between regulatory rigor and business understanding, ensuring smooth onboarding while meeting all KYC/AML requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end onboarding of corporate clients
Perform KYC, CDD, and UBO identification and verification
Assess Source of Wealth (SOW) and Source of Funds (SOF), with focus on SOW
Review company financials and supporting documentation
Analyze bank statements to understand business activity and relationships
Independently gather and verify information from registries and open sources
Identify ownership structures and controlling persons
Handle onboarding for different legal entities (LLC, JSC, LP, etc.)
Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with commercial teams to support client onboarding
Escalate risks, inconsistencies, or suspicious cases
Requirements
4+ years of experience in onboarding, KYC, or compliance
Strong understanding of UBO, ownership structures, and control
Experience working with corporate clients
Familiarity with Georgian Public Registry and other verification tools
Ability to analyze financial documents and bank statements
Strong investigative and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership
Fluent English (mandatory)
Good communication skills (client-facing + internal)
Nice to Have
Experience in banking, fintech, or payments
Knowledge of AML regulations and international standards
Experience with complex or multi-layered company structures