Compliance (KYC/CDD) Officer — Istanbul, Türkiye
From our offices in Amsterdam, Geneva and Zug, we provide company incorporation, management, accounting and corporate secretarial services in the Netherlands to private clients and corporates, with an initial geographical focus on Turkey, Eastern Europe and the CIS. We assist clients in executing financial, accounting, or fiscal strategies advised by their consultants and deliver tailored solutions to the companies established in the Netherlands.
The Compliance (KYC/CDD) Officer, based in our representative office in Istanbul, will have an important role within our organization, which intends to expand significantly in the coming years. This will provide ample opportunities for personal and professional growth at all levels.
As a Compliance (KYC/CDD) Officer, you will support the Company Lawyer and Account Manager for all compliance-related matters. Your responsibilities will be as diverse as the international clients you will be working with and advising. Your main responsibilities include onboarding new clients, conducting periodic compliance reviews, and managing all KYC/CDD tasks.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Providing assistance on compliance matters for a portfolio of (Dutch/Swiss) holding and operational entities;
- Ensuring client companies remain in legal good standing and legal records are maintained appropriately;
- Preparing client acceptance files for onboarding and periodic reviews;
- Ensuring client files comply with KYC/CDD standards and regulations;
- Conducting KYC and legal research relevant to compliance activities;
- Supporting company lawyers with drafting, correspondence, filing, and deadline tracking.
Profile:
- Fluent in English and Turkish (Dutch is a plus), with strong communication skills and international liaison abilities;
- Hands-on experience in banking or financial services in Türkiye, particularly with KYC, CDD, and client onboarding processes;
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences (e.g. Business Management, Economics, International Relations, Sociology);
- Disciplined, accurate, flexible, hands-on, and capable of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines;
- Positive, results-driven personality, suited to a dynamic, fast-growing small business environment;
- Strong sense of ownership, teamwork, and ability to build lasting client relationships;
- Excellent analytical skills and mature judgment;
- Bonus: Experience in real estate, private equity management, financial services, or trust industry.
What do we offer?
- Above-market remuneration in Euros;
- Comprehensive internal training by our compliance and legal teams;
- Opportunities to attend international seminars and training in Amsterdam and across Europe;
- Practical experience in international financial and compliance environments (KYC/CDD);
- Option to work on-site or remotely with flexible arrangements.
If you are interested in the above-mentioned position, please send your CV to HR@kiltoprak.com.