Compliance Quality Assurance Specialist

Kantox; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored learning budget

Free private health insurance

Free language lessons

Relocation package

Flexible working hours

31 days of annual vacations

Gym discounts

Restaurant Ticket

Fresh fruit

Unlimited coffee

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Compliance Quality Assurance Specialist to enhance its Compliance team. This role is crucial for ensuring adherence to regulatory standards in KYC and AML processes. You will conduct thorough quality checks, monitor internal processes, and support improvements in compliance procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AML and KYC, along with a proactive approach to operational efficiency. Join a diverse team dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture while enjoying flexible working hours and numerous perks, including health insurance and a learning budget.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in AML/KYC processes, with 3 years in Quality Assurance.
• Professional certification such as ACAMS or ICA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based quality checks on KYC activities.
• Perform regular reviews of AML, sanctions, and KYC processes.

Skills

AML

KYC

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Higher education in law, finance, or banking

Master's degree in Compliance or AI-related disciplines

Tools

ComplyAdvantage

Job description

At Kantox, we are looking for a Compliance Quality Assurance Specialist to join our amazing Compliance team and hold an important role in the organisation.

Our Compliance team has been instrumental in maintaining adherence to regulatory standards and industry best practices. Given that, we want to bring on board a Senior QA with extensive experience in Know Your Customer (KYC), AML, sanctions protocols and compliance-related Quality Assurance processes. This role is essential to ensuring our operations remain compliant and effective.

Meet our team:

• David Minguillon - Chief Compliance and Risk Officer
• Thais Parentoni - Senior Quality Assurance and KYC Specialist
• Rodolfo Uras - Operational Risk Management Specialist
• Ana Bosc - Senior Compliance & AML Specialist
• Mafalda Silva - KYC and Screening Analyst
• Charlotte Prunty - Senior Compliance AML Manager
• Rhea Tusoy - Compliance Manager
• Luis Carlos Zampillo - Fraud and Payments Analyst
• Martina Bernardini - Fraud and Payments Analyst

The project:

• Risk-Based Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough, risk-based quality checks and quality assurance controls on KYC activities, ensuring adherence to high standards as per established policies and work instructions.
• Operational Activity Reviews: Perform regular reviews and quality analysis of AML, sanctions, and KYC processes to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Process Monitoring and Gap Identification: Monitor internal KYC processes to ensure they are functioning effectively, identifying and reporting any gaps or deficiencies.
• Process Improvement Support: Assist in pinpointing areas within the KYC process requiring enhancements to procedures, instructions, or tools, and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Policy and Procedure Integration: Ensure that the policies and procedures applied by onboarding and monitoring teams are effectively integrated into daily operations, addressing any deficiencies proactively.
• Liaison and Resource Role: Act as a company-wide resource and liaison on AML policies, contractual matters, communications, workflows, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Alert and Risk Assessment Optimization: Review and fine-tune the quality of alerts in ComplyAdvantage, optimise the client risk assessment methodology, and verify the quality of screening and filtering alert resolutions to maintain accuracy and effectiveness.

Who you are:

• A minimum of 4-5 years of experience in AML/KYC-related processes, with at least 3 years in a dedicated Quality Assurance role.
• Higher education in law, finance, banking, or a related field. A Master's degree in Compliance or AI-related disciplines would be advantageous.
• Professional certification such as ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Proactive and driven, with a strong focus on achieving improvements and operational efficiency.
• Practices open and respectful communication, fostering positive relationships across all levels of the organization.

You also have:

• Industry Knowledge: Deep expertise in AML, KYC, and sanctions compliance frameworks, with a specific focus on fintech and payment institutions to align with Kantox's operational context.
• Regulatory Awareness: Up-to-date knowledge of EU and UK regulatory requirements, particularly those impacting payment institutions and financial technologies.
• Analytical and Organizational Skills: Demonstrates a strong analytical mindset and exceptional organizational capabilities for effective problem-solving, especially in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Continuous Improvement Focus: Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable process improvements in alignment with company goals.

Our culture:

• An environment of innovation, accountability, and constructive feedback.
• A diverse and multicultural team of over 40 different nationalities.
• Grow your role and build your career with our learning and development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture of sharing and teamwork.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours so you can work when and where it suits.

What we offer:

• Sponsored learning budget.
• Free private health insurance.
• Free Spanish, English and French lessons.
• Relocation package if needed.
• Flexible working hours with an intensive Friday schedule.
• 31 days of annual vacations.
• Gym discounts and free sport activities.
• Restaurant Ticket with monthly credit and regular cross-team lunches.
• Fresh fruit and unlimited coffee.
• Office with 360-degree views of Barcelona.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Kantox is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion both in our hiring practices and in our experiences as a Kantox employee.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage all applicants regardless of race, religion, or belief (if any), colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, age, marital and civil partnership status, or disability status.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education