Offer summary
Qualifications:
1+ years in financial or crypto industry, Familiarity with KYB, CDD, AML.Key responsabilities:
- Onboard institutional clients seamlessly
- Conduct client research and communicate effectively
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Kraken NFT, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
Kraken’s Business Onboarding team is expanding as fast as the crypto industry itself. This role is integral in connecting Kraken with new business clients, to ensure that barriers to clients’ success are removed. Members of the Business Onboarding team have a background in KYB (Know your Business) , and leverage their fantastic interpersonal skills to onboard professional traders and institutional clients. While we greet each and every client with a smiling face and helping hand, we are always security-focused, and the team plays a vital role in maintaining the secure integrity of Kraken. We use our cutting-edge tools and situational awareness to identify where a client may experience difficulties, providing businesses with top-notch guidance so that they can begin their crypto journey with Kraken. Business Onboarding Specialists are often the first point of contact for new users, which is why we take pride in being a friendly and approachable team that gets our clients started on the right foot.
As a Business Onboarding Specialist, you will be part of a high-performing team that provides around the clock support to our clients, ensuring that new business clients are provided with a world class service and a 6-star experience from the start of their crypto journey with Kraken.
Our ideal candidate is a crypto-passionate client-advocate with an eye for detail. You must be ready to work hard with a close-knit team of sharp critical thinkers in a culture cultivated for feedback. You will succeed if you are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and motivated to master the skills required to excel in your role. You will fit in if you are excited by being at the forefront of the crypto industry representing a leading exchange.
Flexibility in working hours is anticipated, including the possibility of evening and/or night shifts and availability for weekend work.
Facilitate the seamless onboarding of institutional clients, and continually work to provide a 6-star experience in every client interaction
Conduct client research on open source databases, and effectively communicate with clients via email
Perform Know Your Business (KYB) and Client Due Diligence (CDD) practices
Coordinate directly with Kraken’s Compliance team to obtain relevant KYB requirements
Respond to client requests in a timely manner to meet Service Level Agreements (SLA), and reach performance goals set by your Supervisor
Attend Team meetings, training sessions and be diligent in keeping up with the Onboarding knowledge base
Provide feedback and let your management line know how they can help you achieve your goals
1+ years of experience working in the financial services or crypto industry
Basic understanding of regulatory KYB/CDD and AML requirements
Knowledge of business models, various corporate structures and beneficial ownership requirements
Excellent analytical, problem solving, and written English communication skills
Comfortable working in fast paced environments with a goal-oriented mindset
People-centered, supportive, flexible and a team player
Ability to multi-task and to handle high volumes of requests, all while creating a six-star experience for our clients
Experience in a role where performance is measured with quantitative and qualitative metrics
Availability to work between 16:00 - 00:00 UTC or 00:00 - 8:00 UTC preferred
Fluency in a second language
Experience in KYB/CDD within the financial, compliance, or crypto industry
Practical Exercise around crypto and customer support (to be completed in 72 hours)
Video call with our Talent Acquisition team (30 minutes)
Interview with the Business Onboarding Team (45 minutes)
Final interview with Client Engagement team manager(s) (60 minutes)
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Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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