Senior KYC Onboarding Analyst

At Qaracter we are seeking a Senior KYC Onboarding professional to join its New York team. This role will be responsible for conducting customer due diligence and onboarding reviews for institutional and corporate clients, ensuring compliance with AML, KYC, sanctions, and regulatory requirements while supporting business growth in a highly regulated environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform end-to-end onboarding and periodic review activities for institutional and corporate clients.Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.Review complex ownership structures and identify Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).Perform sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening.Assess customer risk profiles and document findings in KYC risk assessments.Liaise with Front Office, Relationship Managers, Compliance, and other stakeholders to obtain and validate required documentation.Escalate high-risk cases and support risk-based decision-making.Ensure adherence to AML, FinCEN, OFAC, and internal KYC standards.Support remediation projects, regulatory initiatives, and process improvement activities.Required QualificationsSenior experience in KYC, AML, Compliance, Client Onboarding, or Financial Crime Risk.Strong knowledge of CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, and AML regulations.Experience reviewing corporate and institutional client structures.Familiarity with U.S. regulatory requirements, including FinCEN, OFAC, and BSA.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced banking environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience within Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), Correspondent Banking, Financial Institutions, Asset Managers, Funds, or Broker Dealers.ACAMS certification or equivalent compliance certification.Experience with tools such as World-Check, Actimize, LexisNexis, Dow Jones, CLEAR, ORBIS, SWIFT KYC, or Bankers Almanac.

Location: New York, NYEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Model: Hybrid (60% onsite presence monthly)🌍About QaracterQaracter is an international consulting firm specialized in digital transformation, partnering with clients across multiple industries.

We deliver high-impact technology projects, particularly within highly regulated environments where stability, automation, and operational excellence are critical success factors.We work with clients across Europe, Latin America, and the United States, driving technology initiatives that combine innovation, quality, and continuous improvement in global and multicultural environments.At QARACTER Group, we are committed to equal opportunities and non-discrimination throughout all our processes, promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. All applications will be considered regardless of sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, origin, ethnicity, age, disability, or any other personal or social condition, in line with our Equality Plan and our commitment to fairness and inclusion.