Senior Onboarding & KYC/AML Manager

Nonco is a pioneer institutional digital asset trading firm with a unique non-custodial approach, integrating counterparty risk management and settlement capabilities. Our mission is to build the 21st-century crypto brokerage by combining exceptional service, deep market expertise, and scalable technology to deliver the ultimate institutional trading experience.

As we continue to expand globally, we are seeking a Senior Onboarding & KYC/AML Manager to lead the onboarding of institutional counterparties, drive operational excellence, and uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance across our client base. In this role, you will own the end-to-end onboarding process, conduct due diligence on complex legal structures, partner closely with Compliance, Legal, Sales, and Trading teams, and enhance onboarding processes to support Nonco's continued growth.

This position is ideal for a highly analytical professional who can balance regulatory requirements with commercial objectives while delivering an efficient and seamless onboarding experience.

Key Responsibilities
Counterparty Onboarding & Due Diligence
Lead end-to-end onboarding processes for institutional counterparties globally.
Serve as the primary point of contact throughout onboarding, guiding counterparties through documentation, due diligence requirements, and approvals.
Conduct KYC, KYB, AML, sanctions, PEP, and adverse media reviews in accordance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
Identify and escalate high-risk relationships, unusual structures, or potential compliance concerns.

Risk Assessment & Compliance
Perform risk-based assessments and determine appropriate due diligence requirements.
Partner closely with Compliance and Legal teams on escalations, enhanced due diligence reviews, and regulatory matters complying with ongoing internal onboarding standards.
Support AML, sanctions, and financial crime compliance initiatives.
Assist with regulatory examinations, audits, and information requests.

Relationship Management
Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a professional and efficient onboarding experience.
Coordinate with Sales, Trading, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams to facilitate onboarding and account activation.
Communicate onboarding requirements clearly and proactively, minimizing delays and improving conversion rates.
Support periodic reviews and remediation projects for existing verified counterparties.
Coordinate successful communication and coordination with the sales team.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
Drive initiatives to improve onboarding timelines, counterparty experience, data quality, and risk management.
Support system implementations and enhancements related to onboarding, CRM, KYC, and compliance tools.
Support with improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance the effectiveness of the onboarding journey.
Foster a culture of ownership, discipline, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Expertise
Act as a subject matter expert on onboarding, KYC, AML, sanctions screening, and institutional due diligence.
Mentor and support junior onboarding team members.
Contribute to policy development and best practices across the organization.
Help foster a culture of ownership, discipline, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements
Experience
5+ years of experience in KYC, AML, Compliance Operations, Counterparty Onboarding, or Financial Crime functions.
Significant experience onboarding institutional counterparties, corporate entities, and regulated financial institutions across multiple jurisdictions.
Knowledge conducting enhanced due diligence and reviewing complex ownership structures.
Previous experience within digital assets, crypto, financial services, brokerage, payments, fintech, banking, or capital markets environments.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Law, Compliance, International Relations, or a related field.
CAMS, CGSS, ICA, or similar compliance certifications are highly desirable.

Knowledge & Skills
Strong understanding of AML, KYC, sanctions, beneficial ownership, and financial crime risk frameworks.
Excellent analytical and investigative skills with strong attention to detail.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong project management and organizational abilities.
Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Mandatory fluency in English, with exceptional written and oral communication abilities.
Portuguese proficiency is a plus.