KYC Onboarding Analyst (Fintech)

TL;DR

KYC Onboarding Analyst (Fintech): Conducting comprehensive Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for corporate clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements with an accent on identifying complex ownership structures and financial transaction patterns. Focus on making informed risk-based decisions, managing a portfolio of cases, and streamlining onboarding processes in the shipping/maritime domain.

Location: Dubai Office (4 days in office / 1 day from home)

Company

hirify.global is a global fintech firm empowering businesses to expand internationally through tailored financial solutions, with over 1,700 professionals across 40+ offices worldwide.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive CDD and EDD for Shipping clients, identifying and verifying ownership structures and documentation.
• Ensure all personal due diligence checks comply with internal policies and legislative requirements.
• Identify and escalate financial crime typologies and red flags relevant to payments, FX, and institutional space.
• Perform quality assurance/4-eye checks on peer work, verifying the accuracy and completeness of CDD/EDD files.
• Serve as a compliant and professional point of contact for clients, communicating onboarding requirements and managing queries.
• Efficiently manage a personal queue of onboarding cases, prioritizing tasks and ensuring structured documentation.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of specialized experience conducting CDD/EDD with corporate clients, ideally within the financial services/FinTech sector.
• Strong foundational knowledge of entity onboarding requirements and ability to interpret ownership structures.
• Demonstrable history of personal productivity and ability to work effectively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to follow procedures and apply regulatory or documentation requirements.
• Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal) with demonstrated experience in direct client contact.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions are valued.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of cross-border finance and advance your career.
• Be part of a FinTech success story, positioned among Europe's fastest-growing international companies.
• Work in an organization that champions cultural diversity across 29+ markets worldwide.
• Company is committed to building an inclusive workplace with active employee networks like Women’s, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans Networks.
• hirify.global has received a £350 million investment from Banco Santander.