Client Onboarding KYC Refresh Lead, AVP

About Genesis

Genesis is a global leader in institutional digital asset markets. We provide a single point of access for digital asset trading, derivatives, borrowing, lending, custody and prime brokerage services.

Genesis facilitates billions in trades, loans and transactions on a monthly basis. We have a proven track record driving results for some of the largest digital asset-focused hedge funds, quant funds, family offices, VC's, market makers and exchanges.

Join Our Team

Genesis is expanding to solve some of the toughest challenges in digital asset financial markets.

About This Role - Client Onboarding KYC Refresh Lead, AVP

We are currently seeking a highly organized, forward thinking, and enthusiastic Client Onboarding Project Lead who will work closely with all members of the organization in New York and globally as we expand. The candidate will be instrumental in helping to roll out strategic initiatives and project implementation pertaining to client onboarding across the Genesis entities.

Responsibilities

• Own, manage and implement a KYC refresh process for the entire Genesis client base and work closely with Sales, Product, and support teams to ensure a smooth process for the client
• Create a process around updating client risk ratings to adhere to new Client Risk Rating (CRR) Methodology
• Work closely with the tech team to implement automation for the KYC refresh process
• Assist with secondary reviews/approvals of client applications
• Work closely with senior members of the team to operationalize and implement new policies and procedures related to KYC/onboarding
• Support resolution of all KYC/AML related issues by liaising with relevant stakeholders
• Support senior team members with the creation of KYC/onboarding metrics, coordinating data from relevant stakeholders and collating MIS for regulatory and internal reporting
• Continuously identify and suggest process improvements. Partner with sales, compliance, and product teams to improve the workflows and drive positive change
• Lead efforts for data clean-up pertaining to client onboarding information
• Stay current with regulatory changes and requirements around AML and KYC obligations

Requirements

• 5-10 years of KYC and Onboarding experience within a financial services or digital assets/crypto currency space
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills
• Results-focused, detail oriented, and capable of building and managing a large scale, multi-stage process in a fast paced, client centric and dynamic operating environment
• Bachelor's degree (CAMS Certification is a plus)
• Experience using compliance applications and investigative tools such as CLEAR, World Check, or LexisNexis, etc.
• Familiar with AML regulations related to client due diligence on high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and proactive team player who takes ownership and accountability of tasks
• The ability to shift priorities quickly when necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including conflict management skills, and experience in interacting with clients, the business side, and senior management.
• Excellent time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills paired with meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• 100% Premium Coverage for Medical, Dental, & Vision for you and your dependents
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Tax-Free Transit benefits, & other supplemental benefits available
• Flexible time off
• Generous Parental Leave

Why Genesis

Genesis is dedicated to creating best-in-class infrastructure for institutional investors, developing advanced products that lower barriers, increase profitability and broaden access. Our team has decades of experience at top Wall Street investment banks and Silicon Valley technology firms, and includes leading experts in blockchain, distributed computing, cryptography and cybersecurity.

Digital Asset Ecosystem

Genesis operates at the heart of the digital asset ecosystem:

→ We are a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group (DCG), the largest investor in the bitcoin and blockchain space.

→ We have an unparalleled global network at the intersection of data, finance and technology.

Accelerating Momentum

Our addressable market is expanding rapidly as new institutional investors enter the space. Recent results include:

→ 300%+ Y/Y trading volume growth

→ 400%+ Y/Y loan origination growth

→ 300%+ Y/Y active loan growth

→ 150%+ Q/Q derivatives transaction growth

Diversity And Inclusion

Genesis invests in creating a welcoming environment where everyone can feel supported and connected at work.

→ We help employees develop a deep understanding of the problems we're trying to solve.

→ We thrive on ideas driven by a broad range of perspectives.

→ We believe diverse teams lead to better products and bigger outcomes.

Genesis is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.