Assistant Vice President - KYC Transformation

Our client is a leading specialist financial institution renowned for its regulatory focus, innovation-driven approach, and inclusive culture, the firm supports complex financial operations across global markets.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced AVP KYC Transformation to join their team in Mumbai.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

- Lead and manage KYC / AML reviews for individuals and complex corporate clients.

- Oversee the end-to-end review process, including gap analysis, documentation, and final submissions.

- Perform PEP, sanctions, and adverse media screenings.

- Ensure correct regulatory classifications (MiFID, EMIR, FSCS, FATCA / CRS, etc.).

- Collaborate with global stakeholders across Financial Crime, Risk, Legal, Credit, and Business teams.

- Drive team performance, process improvements, and compliance reporting to senior management.

To be eligible for this role you will require:

- 12-15 years of experience.

- Prior experience in a KYC leadership role, preferably in financial services.

- Strong understanding of UK / EU AML regulations and JMLSG guidelines and Money laundering regulations.

- Proven ability to handle complex legal structures and documentation (e.g., ISDA, loan agreements).

- Proven working knowledge of Regulations such as MiFID, EMIR, FSCS, FATCA / CRS etc.

- AML Diploma (completed or in progress) preferred.

- Excellent stakeholder management and process improvement skills.