Senior KYC Associate

Senior KYC Associate / Wwft Compliance (28–32 hours)

At Briddge Legal & Finance, we support international clients with the financial and legal aspects of doing business. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in accounting, tax, payroll, corporate law, immigration, employment law, and HR solutions — all under one roof.

We are headquartered in Amsterdam (Sloterdijk) and have offices in The Hague, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, London, and Los Angeles. This international footprint allows us to support clients across multiple jurisdictions and time zones, making their expansion and operations more seamless.

We are looking for a Senior KYC Associate (Wwft Compliance) who is ready to take ownership of our customer due diligence framework and further strengthen our compliance practice. In this role, you will be the key point of contact for complex KYC cases, ensuring regulatory compliance while enabling the business to grow in a controlled and responsible way.

This is a hands-on senior role with real impact. You will work closely with fellow KYC specialists, your manager, the Compliance Officer, and our legal and finance teams. You will also play an active role in mentoring colleagues and continuously improving our KYC processes.

If you are confident, curious, and enjoy creating practical solutions for clients and internal stakeholders alike, this role may be an excellent fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and perform KYC reviews for new and existing international clients, including enhanced due diligence (EDD) for higher-risk and complex client profiles
• Monitor developments in KYC/AML regulations and industry trends, and proactively propose improvements to policies and procedures
• Prepare monthly KYC KPIs and Wwft compliance updates for the firm’s board, together with the Corporate & KYC Department Head
• Coach and support two KYC Analysts in complex cases and quality assurance activities
• Escalate high-risk client files and unusual or suspicious activities in line with internal procedures
• Advise the Corporate & KYC Department Head on cases that may require involvement of the Compliance Officer
• Analyse KYC tooling outputs and alerts relating to international sanctions, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing
• Develop and deliver internal awareness and training initiatives on KYC and compliance-related topics

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an experienced senior professional who enjoys taking the lead, mentoring others, and contributing to the continuous development of a strong compliance culture. With your expertise and ownership mentality, you will play a key role in further strengthening our KYC onboarding and review processes.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or a related field, with 5–10 years of experience in KYC and AML compliance
• Strong knowledge of Wwft and Wtt regulations, international KYC/AML frameworks (such as FATF, EU AML Directives, OFAC) and KYC screening tools and data platforms
• Solid, hands-on KYC experience, preferably within accounting firms, trust service providers or professional services environments, including UBO identification, document requirements and client acceptance processes
• Experience investigating internationally operating clients, including PEPs, complex ownership structures and cross-border transactions, often under time pressure
• Risk-aware, solution-oriented professional with strong analytical and judgment skills
• Confident communicator who can translate complex compliance topics into clear, practical guidance for non-experts
• Strong sense of integrity, ownership and alignment with Briddge’s core values

A Certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required for this position. A reference check forms part of the application procedure.

What We Offer

At Briddge, our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative, international environment where ideas are welcomed, expertise is shared, and teamwork truly matters. We actively support professional growth through training, certifications and clear development paths, allowing your career to grow alongside the firm.

Our working language is English, and our team includes colleagues from many different backgrounds and nationalities.

Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary and year-end bonus
• Retirement savings plan
• Commuting cost reimbursement and home working allowance
• Urban Sports Club membership
• Collective health insurance
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements and a healthy work–life balance
• A friendly, international team where initiative and growth are encouraged

Interested?

Please send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@briddge.com, clearly stating the position and your name. If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Pascal van Dam, Recruiter, via pascal@briddge.com or 085‑018 74 71.