Guru Pay is an EMI based in Lithuania, delivering a personalized, boutique-level service to B2B, B2C, and C2B customers. As we continue scaling our operations, we are strengthening our first-line AML functions and are looking for a KYC Team Lead to own and develop our onboarding and ODD operations.
This role sits at the intersection of people leadership, operational excellence, and risk management. You will lead a KYC team, ensure high-quality client onboarding, and act as a key operational partner across the business.
As a KYC Team Lead, you will be responsible for leading and developing the KYC team, ensuring effective client onboarding and ongoing due diligence processes. You will balance operational delivery with risk awareness, support cross-functional collaboration, and continuously improve KYC workflows in line with regulatory and business needs.
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