Job Description
A growing, global company is hiring a Senior Associate to support anti-financial crime and KYC efforts across its global compliance platform. This role blends regulatory diligence, stakeholder-facing execution, and program support across a sophisticated investment environment. It is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity; coordinating diligence across investors and counterparties, analyzing nuanced ownership structures, navigating sanctions and adverse media reviews, and helping strengthen a scalable AFC / KYC framework across a global business. Responsibilities • Support the continued buildout and execution of the firm’s AFC / KYC program, with particular focus on counterparties, portfolio companies, and investments • Help maintain and enhance AFC / KYC policies, procedures, and related documentation • Partner directly with Legal, Operations, Deal Teams, and external counsel to facilitate diligence across investors, counterparties, portfolio companies, and other relevant parties • Collaborate with global Compliance and Legal teams on AFC / KYC matters across the platform • Review and analyze complex ownership structures to identify ultimate beneficial owners • Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on KYC requirements and related risk considerations • Conduct sanctions and adverse media screening and assess potential matches for escalation or follow-up • Help manage and maintain systems that support the AFC / KYC program • Support ongoing monitoring efforts across relevant parties and transactions • Escalate suspicious or higher-risk matters appropriately and assist with internal investigations when needed • Monitor regulatory developments and support implementation of new AFC / AML requirements • Ensure documentation is complete, organized, and aligned with internal policy and regulatory expectations Preferred / Nice-to-Haves • Relevant experience in AML / KYC, anti-financial crime, or broader financial crime compliance • Working knowledge of AFC / AML regulations applicable to investment advisers and broker-dealers, including the Bank Secrecy Act • Familiarity with global sanctions frameworks, including OFAC and other international regimes • Understanding of risk-based KYC and customer due diligence practices • CAMS or similar certification is a plus • Strong judgment, attention to detail, and ability to assess risk thoughtfully • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort working across functions and seniority levels • High ownership mindset, discretion, and comfort handling sensitive information Why this opportunity • Highly visible seat within a sophisticated global compliance function • Broad exposure across investors, counterparties, portfolio companies, and transaction activity • Strong mix of regulatory depth, stakeholder interaction, and hands-on execution • Opportunity to work closely with Legal, Compliance, Operations, and investment professionals in a collaborative environment • Excellent next step for someone looking to deepen anti-financial crime and KYC expertise within a premier alternative asset management platform Origin Staffing is a specialized recruiting firm delivering high-impact direct-hire solutions across Accounting, Finance, Audit, Tax, Advisory, and Business Transformation. We partner closely with both clients and candidates to understand nuanced needs across industries including Technology, Life Sciences, Financial Services, and Professional Services. Learn more about our recruiting expertise, explore insights on our blog, or contact us to discuss how we can support your hiring or career goals.