KYC/CDD Team Leader - Karachi

leading-edge; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 3,500,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

leading-edge, a Banking & Financial Services company, is seeking a KYC/CDD Team Leader in Karachi to oversee end-to-end KYC reviews, onboarding, and ongoing risk assessments for high-risk and complex clients.

The role requires senior expertise in PEPs, complex structures, charities, and regulator expectations; you will train and mentor junior analysts and coordinate with relationship managers, legal and compliance to resolve onboarding cases.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of progressive banking experience, with a minimum of 5 years focused on KYC/CDD.
• Deep understanding of complex entity structures, PEPs, charities.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret regulatory requirements and risk indicators.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Business, Law, or related field. AML/KYC certifications (e.g., CAMS) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for end-to-end KYC/CDD reviews, onboarding, and periodic refresh of high-risk and complex clients.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and global AML standards.
• Review client documentation, ownership structures, and conduct enhanced due diligence for high-risk customers, including PEPs, trusts, and charities.
• Escalate and document any suspicious activities or red flags.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on KYC/CDD policies, FATF guidance, and local regulatory expectations.
• Coordinate with relationship managers, legal, and compliance teams to resolve complex onboarding cases.
• Provide training, mentoring, and guidance to junior analysts to build a strong KYC/CDD function.

Skills

KYC/CDD

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Team management

Training

Onboarding

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance/Business/Law

Job description

KYC/CDD Team Leader

Job Title: KYC / CDD Team Leader
Location: Karachi, Pakistan
Industry: Banking & Financial Services

Our client is seeking a highly experienced KYC / CDD Team Leader to join their compliance function in Karachi. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in client onboarding, due diligence, and risk assessment within the banking sector, particularly with exposure to complex structures, PEPs, and non-profit/charitable entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team responsible for end-to-end KYC/CDD reviews, onboarding, and periodic refresh of high-risk and complex clients
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and global AML standards
• Review client documentation, ownership structures, and conduct enhanced due diligence for high-risk customers, including PEPs, trusts, and charities
• Escalate and document any suspicious activities or red flags
• Serve as a subject matter expert on KYC/CDD policies, FATF guidance, and local regulatory expectations
• Coordinate with relationship managers, legal, and compliance teams to resolve complex onboarding cases
• Provide training, mentoring, and guidance to junior analysts to build a strong KYC/CDD function

Requirements:

• 5 to 10 years of progressive banking experience, with a minimum of 5 years focused on KYC/CDD
• Deep understanding of complex entity structures, PEPs, charities, and other high-risk customer categories
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and risk indicators
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related field
• AML/KYC certifications (such as CAMS) are a plus

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to play a key leadership role in a growing and mission-critical function.