Compliance KYC Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of a comprehensive Customer Risk Rating framework, which encompasses tiering criteria, scoring logic, and documentation standards throughout the counterparty portfolio.

• Manage the Enhanced Due Diligence framework, including trigger events, workflow documentation, and escalation protocols.

• Define and oversee monitoring and refresh cadences for all counterparty tiers.

• Supervise review queues, escalations, and SLA management as onboarding volumes increase.

• Act as the primary KYC/AML expert during audits, regulatory inquiries, and partner due diligence processes.

• Own, refine, and manage Ondo’s complete customer risk management lifecycle.

• Establish and maintain KYC infrastructure that showcases program maturity to regulators, auditors, and institutional partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in KYC, AML, or compliance operations within the financial services or fintech sectors.

• In-depth knowledge of AML/BSA regulatory requirements, risk-based customer due diligence, and OFAC sanctions compliance.

• Proven experience in designing or managing Customer Risk Rating methodologies and Enhanced Due Diligence programs.

• Background in supporting regulatory examinations or third-party audits in a compliance role.

• Strong capability to translate regulatory requirements into scalable operational frameworks.

• Exceptional written communication skills; able to create clear policies, procedures, and program documentation.

• Experience in digital assets, blockchain, or crypto-native financial services is a plus.

• Familiarity with institutional onboarding workflows across various jurisdictions is advantageous.

• CAMS certification or equivalent is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation, which may include salary, future token rights, and/or equity based on your preferences.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage.

• Flexible vacation policy (PTO).

• Remote-first team operating across multiple countries.

• Opportunity to influence the company’s vision, culture, and design practices.

• Work alongside A+ colleagues.

• Backed by best-in-class investors.