KYB & KYV Compliance Lead

Airtm is pioneering financial infrastructure for the online work economy, empowering digital entrepreneurs across emerging markets. As the KYB & KYV Compliance Lead, you will drive innovative compliance operations, ensuring seamless onboarding of businesses and vendors while maintaining top regulatory standards. Work remotely with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management and compliance processes in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Job Overview

• Lead KYB onboarding and vendor due diligence, ensuring efficient and thorough business verification.
• Manage high-risk cases and perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on businesses and vendors.
• Collaborate with Product, Growth, and Legal teams to streamline compliance and risk processes.
• Utilize advanced compliance tools and data-driven methodologies to support scalable operations.
• Maintain audit readiness and ensure adherence to FinCEN, BSA/AML, OFAC, and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee KYB onboarding and vendor verification processes.
• Conduct risk assessments and handle escalations using compliance tools.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk businesses and vendors.
• Support transaction monitoring to detect and prevent fraud and suspicious activity.
• Train, mentor, and promote compliance awareness across teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5+ years in AML, KYB, KYC, compliance, or vendor risk management.
• In-depth knowledge of AML/CFT, BSA, OFAC, and international regulatory frameworks, ideally within fintech.
• Hands-on experience with KYB, EDD, and risk assessment tools.
• Proficiency with platforms such as LexisNexis, Persona, Elliptic, or similar KYC solutions.
• Strong analytical, data-driven decision-making skills.
• Experience in compliance audits and regulatory reporting is a plus.
• Excellent collaboration skills with Product, Legal, and Finance teams.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Hindi or Spanish is an asset.
• Self-starter attitude and ability to thrive in a dynamic startup environment.