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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Americas Compliance Onboarding (US and LATAM) - **Company:** StoneX Group Inc. - **Location:** Warren, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $225,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Information Technology - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=75c560bff5247f7c ## About the Role Do you have experience in Vendor relationship building?, * Degree in related field (Financial / Compliance / Business, etc.) * Proven KYC/CDD leadership experience, 10+ years directly working in a KYC/Onboarding discipline as well as performing Due Diligence functions for a Financial Institution (ideally within Investment Banking, Institutional Broker Dealer or comparable business division) * Must have strong working knowledge of onboarding and conducting end-to-end KYC functions on domestic and international Legal Entity Customers (i.e. Operating Entities, Financial Institutions, Private Companies, Non-Bank Financial Institutions, Hedge Funds, Funds, SPVs, Personal Holding Companies) * Must have proficient understanding of documentation requirements on corporate structures and complex entity types * Direct experience in conducting Negative News, PEPs, and Sanctions screening on customers; Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools, techniques and processes for gathering data utilizing 3rd party tools such as LexisNexis, WolrdCheck as well as government registries, etc. for due diligence * Must have good understanding of FINCEN CDD Rule, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC regulations etc. relating to this role * Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, with ability to learn new technologies quickly * Ability to multi-task and reprioritize in a fast-paced environment and establish cooperative and collaborative working relationships * Ability to quickly learn and use proprietary databases, computer systems and applications * Excellent time management skills Physical Requirements / Working conditions: * Ability to travel as needed. (approx. 15% to 20%) * Dynamic, time-sensitive environment * Climate controlled office environment ## Description Position Purpose: Regional oversight (US/LATAM) for the client on-boarding (KYC/CDD) team contributing to the success of ensuring that the Firm is in compliance with applicable KYC/CDD and AML rules and regulations within an efficient client focused approach. Responsibilities: The Client On-boarding Team is a unit within the Middle Office function, and is responsible for the end-to-end strategy, operational execution, and regulatory compliance of bringing new clients on board. This role balances a seamless, high-quality client experience with strict risk management, including Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) requirements. This role will also be responsible for decision making on all regional KYC/CDD escalations and working with AML and the Head of Global Client On-Boarding as appropriate., * Work side by side with Client Lifecycle Management Team in developing our regional strategic vision for client onboarding, aligning with company expansion goals and regulatory mandates * Assist in the design and implementation of a standardized operating model to drive efficiency, scalability, and consistency across jurisdictions. This includes managing KPIs like End-to-End (E2E) Time, Client Completion Rate, and Right First Time (RFT) rates * Ensure adherence to KYC/AML/CFT standards and local regulations, including establishing a robust governance framework and overseeing the assessment of high-risk clients * Act as the regional executive sponsor helping to implement strategic onboarding roadmap focusing on automation and reducing client friction * Team Leadership and Development: Manage, mentor, and coach onboarding team leaders, or specialized KYC analysts * Experience in establishing and managing global capability centers in multiple jurisdictions to meet the needs of the department in a timely cost-efficient manner * Serve as the primary liaison between Front Office/Sales, Middle Office, Compliance, Risk, and Technology teams to resolve conflicts and improve process flow * Oversee the quality check process to ensure completeness of client files, providing regular management information (MI) reports to senior leadership on performance and risk * Assist Management with relationships with external KYC service providers and third-party tools to ensure cost-effectiveness and high quality * Manage departmental budget including creation of and monitoring ## Related Videos - [Why Your Next Best Talent Might Not Be in Your Neighborhood](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1861-why-your-next-best-talent-might-not-be-in-your-neighborhood) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Developers don't need onboarding, do they? 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