Onboarding specialist

Job Title: Client Onboarding Executive
Location: Chennai, India
Department: Compliance / Client Onboarding
Reporting To: Compliance Manager / MLRO
Role Summary
Responsible for end-to-end client onboarding in line with AML/CFT regulations and internal compliance policies. The role ensures proper KYC verification, UBO identification, risk assessment, sanctions screening, and regulatory documentation prior to client activation.
Experience in regulated financial institutions (bank, brokerage, NBFC, fintech, investment firm, regulated advisory) preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Perform KYC verification for individual and corporate clients.
Validate identity documents, proof of address, and source of funds.
Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and document findings.
Identify and verify Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).
Review corporate structures and ownership documentation.
Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients and PEPs.
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