(C) KYC Analyst

About LatamCent

LatamCent is a boutique staffing agency that connects high-performing talent from Latin America with leading U.S. startups and tech companies. We specialize in placing top-tier professionals in GTM, finance, and technical roles across fast-growing teams. Our mission is to help companies scale efficiently while unlocking career-defining opportunities for Latin American talent.

We are hiring on behalf of our client, Rise, for the following position:

About Rise

At Rise, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of financial integrity and security. We prioritize innovation, transparency, and excellence across all aspects of our operations. As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals who share our passion for protecting our company and clients from financial crime.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive KYC Analyst to join Rises dynamic Compliance team. This role will focus on ensuring that the customer onboarding process complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the onboarding of new customers in alignment with Rises BSA/AML policies and legal requirements.

• Review and verify customer documentation, including identity verification, media searches, and sanctions screening.

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of onboarding and compliance documentation in internal systems.

• Communicate with customers via email regarding outstanding onboarding requirements or documentation.

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Sales team, providing guidance on onboarding processes.

• Receive, review, and prepare Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) requests from third parties.

• Support periodic reviews and onboarding updates for high- and medium-risk customers.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize and improve onboarding workflows.

• Prepare and maintain reports on onboarding-related compliance metrics.

• Assist the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) with projects and tasks related to onboarding.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in KYC/Compliance onboarding, preferably in Fintech.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

• Experience working cross-functionally, especially with Sales teams.

• Familiarity with identity verification software and compliance tools.

• Advantageous: experience with compliance systems and data analysis tools.

• Proactive team player with a positive attitude and eagerness to grow professionally.

Why Join Rise?

Rise is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Join a company that values integrity, transparency, and your personal growth.