Senior Corporate KYC & AML Specialist – Banking Industry

ITDS; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ITDS in Kraków is seeking a Senior Corporate KYC & AML Specialist to strengthen our client’s anti-financial crime program. You will deliver high-quality KYC analyses, assess regulatory risk, and support onboarding and ownership verification for corporate clients in a globally active financial services environment.

The role requires 3+ years in KYC/AML, fluent English, familiarity with digital KYC solutions, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid, deadline-driven setting.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in KYC, AML, or financial crime prevention within banking/financial services.
• Strong knowledge of global AML regulations, KYC procedures, and local standards.
• Fluent English communication, written and spoken.
• Familiarity with digital KYC solutions and client onboarding platforms.
• Proven ability to work independently in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive KYC and AML due diligence for corporate clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
• Manage customer onboarding processes, documentation verification, and initial risk assessment.
• Analyze ownership structures to verify ultimate beneficial owners and escalate concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with compliance, relationship management, and technical teams to resolve issues and streamline processes.
• Support audit and regulatory inspections through meticulous documentation and reporting.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and client experience.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced team members on KYC procedures and risk evaluation.
• Proactively elevate potential risks or suspicious activities to senior management.

Skills

KYC

AML

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Onboarding platforms

Independent work

Mentorship

Job description

Unleash expertise in combating financial crime — drive impactful KYC and AML solutions to secure the future of global finance!

Krakow-based opportunity with hybrid work model.

As a Senior Corporate KYC & AML Specialist, you will be working for our client, a leading institution in the banking industry committed to fighting money laundering, financial crime, and terrorism financing. Your role will focus on delivering high-quality KYC analysis and compliance expertise to support the organization’s robust anti-financial crime initiatives, fostering safer financial operations worldwide and opening pathways for your career growth.

Your main responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive KYC and AML due diligence for corporate clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
• Manage customer onboarding processes, verification of documentation, and initial risk assessment with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Analyze ownership structures and connect entities to verify ultimate beneficial owners, escalating concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with compliance, relationship management, and technical teams to resolve issues and streamline processes.
• Support audit and regulatory inspections through meticulous documentation and reporting.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and client experience.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members on KYC procedures and risk evaluation.
• Proactively elevate potential risks or suspicious activities to senior management, supporting a culture of compliance.

You’re ideal for this role if you have:

• At least 3 years of experience in KYC, AML, or financial crime prevention within a banking or financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of global AML regulations, KYC procedures, and local compliance standards.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with digital KYC solutions and customer onboarding platforms.
• Proven ability to work independently in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

It’s a strong plus if you have:

• Certification in AML or compliance (e.g., CAMS, ICA).
• Experience working with complex legal documentation or ownership structures.
• Knowledge of HSBC’s organizational procedures and policies.

Eligibility to work in Europe:

Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.

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