Job Title: Compliance Specialist
Location: Mumbai, India
Reporting To: Head of Compliance (UK)
About Kayana
Kayana is one of the fastest-growing companies, empowering small and medium-sized businesses with cutting-edge technology to compete with larger enterprises in the ordering and payments space. As a disruptive force in the industry, we provide everything from essential point-of-sale systems to advanced solutions like self-service kiosks, enabling brands to scale and succeed.
Our mission is straightforward: to help businesses thrive through innovative technology. With operations across the USA, UK, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East, Kayana is proud to foster an inclusive and dynamic culture. Every employee is supported with a personalized development plan, offering clear and achievable career paths for long-term growth.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to support and strengthen Kayana’s global compliance function. This role will play a critical part in managing client onboarding, ensuring adherence to AML/KYC regulations,
and maintaining robust compliance processes across the business.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in financial crime compliance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced fintech environment while coordinating closely with the UK Compliance team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Client Onboarding & Due Diligence
- Manage end-to-end client onboarding processes, ensuring full compliance with internal and regulatory requirements
- Conduct KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYB (Know Your Business) checks, including document verification and risk classification
- Perform enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients
- Ensure onboarding SLAs are met without compromising compliance standards
2. AML & Transaction Monitoring
- Execute AML (Anti-Money Laundering) controls and monitoring procedures
- Review client transactions and flag unusual or suspicious activities
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