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Compliance Senior Associate – Anti-Financial Crime (AML/KYC)
Boston | Hybrid
A leading global private investment firm is seeking a Compliance Senior Associate to support its Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) / KYC program within a business-facing compliance team.
This role offers direct exposure to investment transactions, counterparties, and investor diligence, partnering closely with Legal, Operations, and deal teams in a highly sophisticated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead execution of KYC / due diligence across investors, counterparties, and portfolio companies
- Analyze complex ownership structures and determine ultimate beneficial ownership
- Conduct sanctions and adverse media screening; assess and escalate risk as needed
- Support ongoing monitoring, investigations, and documentation standards
- Partner cross-functionally on onboarding, transactions, and risk-related matters
- Contribute to AFC/KYC policies, procedures, and broader program enhancements
Ideal Background:
- 2–4 years of experience in AML / KYC / financial crime compliance
- Experience within an investment manager, broker-dealer, or top-tier advisory firm
- Strong understanding of risk-based KYC and global sanctions frameworks (e.g., OFAC)
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong communication skills
- CAMS or similar certification is a plus
Why this role:
High-impact, business-facing compliance role with exposure to complex structures, real transactions, and a globally integrated platform.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000