Senior Associate, AML/KYC

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.

Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion. That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience. Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities. For our business, for clients, and for you.

Senior Associate, AML/KYC (Digital Assets)

Mexico city

Description

The Transfer Agency Department provides Fund Administration services to numerous fund management companies, covering the full range of shareholder servicing functions including transaction processing, reporting, AML/KYC, registration, and payments.

This role will support BAU activities within the TA department, ensuring that Client Service Level Agreements are consistently met or exceeded and that all regulatory requirements are effectively adhered to.

In addition to traditional TA responsibilities, the role will include exposure to digital asset and tokenized fund structures, requiring a candidate who is comfortable working within evolving operating models that combine traditional finance and blockchain-based products.

Job specification

AML servicing (KYC adequacy reviews) for existing clients and investor onboarding

Perform quality reviews across entity types (corporates, foundations/charities, institutional investors, designated bodies, etc.)

Review and interpret KYC documentation requirements

Conduct screening for sanctions, PEPs, HIOs, and adverse media using tools such as World-Check, LexisNexis, Pythagoras

Carry out ongoing monitoring and enhanced due diligence for higher-risk investors

Assign and maintain investor risk ratings

Process AML requirements in line with jurisdictional regulations (Cayman, Delaware, Australia, Ireland, Bermuda, etc.)

Respond to investor AML queries and manage escalations

Ensure all deliverables are completed within agreed SLA timelines

Train team members on AML requirements and processes

Demonstrate knowledge of FATCA / CRS and US tax forms (W9, W8-BEN, W8-IMY, etc.)

Digital Asset / Tokenization Exposure (Added Requirement)

Support onboarding and servicing of funds with digital asset components and tokenized structures

Develop understanding of:

Blockchain fundamentals (wallets, transactions, networks)

Digital asset custody and investor interaction models

Exposure (or willingness to build capability) in:

Blockchain analytics and wallet screening tools

On-chain risk considerations as part of AML/KYC processes

Contribute to adapting traditional TA workflows to tokenised fund operating models

Operational Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day workflow in line with internal and external SLA requirements

Ensure investor registers and records are maintained accurately

Perform clearance of screening results and escalate where required

Participate in ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives

Maintain high data quality and audit readiness standards

Skills Required:

Bachelor’s degree (Commerce, Finance, or related field preferred)

4+ years of relevant experience in Transfer Agency and AML/KYC

Strong experience in investor onboarding and shareholder servicing

Exposure to digital assets, crypto-related funds, or tokenisation is advantageous

Strong analytical and investigative capabilities

Knowledge of AML/KYC frameworks across multiple jurisdictions

Ability to interpret complex ownership structures

Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills

Clear and concise communication (written and verbal)

High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

Basic knowledge of blockchain and digital asset ecosystems

Familiarity with blockchain analytics / wallet screening tools

Understands the business and its challenges, and can translate business needs into HR solutions.

What you will get in return:

A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business;

Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience;

Training and development opportunities

Additional information:

We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.

For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please https://www.apexgroup.com/corporate-social-responsibility/

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Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.