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KYB Operations Team Lead

Solaris

Join our team as a KYB Operations Team Lead, where you will lead and supervise a team of KYB analysts, manage day-to-day operations, monitor team performance, oversee the KYB due diligence process, drive the adoption of technical solutions, and support internal and external audits. You will foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement within the KYC operations team.

In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to GwG, KYC/AML compliance, including AMLR (2024/1624), 6AMLD (2024/1640), AMLA supervisory framework, FATF Recommendations, FATCA, and GDPR

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise a team of KYB analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to ensure high performance and compliance with regulations.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the KYB team, including workload distribution, task prioritization, and resolution of operational issues.
  • Monitor team performance and productivity metrics, track KPIs, and implement data-driven strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Communication Skills, Teamwork and Collaboration, Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking, Adaptability and Flexibility, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Skills, Change Management, Digital Literacy and Technology Adoption Mindset
  • Proven change management capabilities, with experience leading teams through regulatory transitions and technology adoption
  • Knowledge in data analytics and business intelligence tools (e.g., SQL, Snowflake, Tableau or similar) for performance monitoring and regulatory reporting
  • Familiarity with RegTech platforms and KYC automation tools, including automated screening systems, case management platforms, and perpetual KYC/KYB solutions
  • Comfortable working with AI tools, thinking critically about AI outputs, and contributing to a culture of responsible AI use. We expect you to demonstrate comfort with AI-assisted workflows and a willingness to continuously develop their AI capabilities as the technology evolves

Requirements

  • Significant experience, at least 7 years in KYC compliance, AML investigations, or financial services with a proven track record of team leadership and strategic management
  • Depending on your level of experience, your responsibilities and scope of role will range. We don’t care much about fancy titles, but rather about real personal and professional development, as laid out in our learning framework. Let’s figure together out how you can contribute to our team

Fluency in German and English is required

  • Demonstrated experience managing regulatory change implementation and working within EU AML/CFT frameworks
  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, drive change, and foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to assess complex issues, develop innovative solutions, and make informed decisions
  • Strong stakeholder management skills for cross-functional regulatory implementation

Preferred

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CAMS, CFE, ICA) is preferred
  • Understanding of emerging technologies applicable to KYC, including AI/ML-based risk scoring, PEP/Sanction/Adverse media screening, and digital identity verification

Pay

EUR 65,000 - 75,000