Grant Thornton UK
CDD Onboarding Lead
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CDD Onboarding Lead
Senior Manager – CDD Onboarding Lead
Location: UK Employer: Grant Thornton UK LLP
About Grant Thornton
At Grant Thornton, we approach our work differently—focusing on growth, creative solutions, and positive change. By providing audit, tax, and advisory services, we empower organisations through strategic guidance, collaboration, and innovative partnerships. Our culture is built on opportunity, inclusivity, and work-life balance, offering a fresh take on professional development.
As a global leader with over 5,000 people in the UK and a presence in 150+ markets, we’re evolving from "great to exceptional." Join us—and help reshape the industry while shaping your career.
The Opportunity
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network totaling 58,000 colleagues in over 135 countries. We thrive as autonomous thinkers, prioritising quality, inclusion, and integrity. Our work delivers tailored solutions beyond conventional expectations—expertise personalised for impact.
About the Team
The Client Due Diligence (CDD) practice is central to our Financial Crime team, collaborating with clients on onboarding, remediation, and compliance. As demand for these services grows, we’re bolstering leadership within CDD to set new quality standards for both clients and colleagues.
The Role: Senior Manager – CDD Onboarding Lead
As a leadership mentor in the Financial Crime & Compliance practice, you’ll steer CDD onboarding engagements, supervising a team of analysts. This role demands deep CDD/AML expertise, strong people leadership, and a commitment to excellence. Your responsibilities include:
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- Leading and managing the CDD onboarding team, ensuring end-to-end reviews meet KYC/AML regulatory standards, with consistency and efficiency.
- Engaging as the primary contact for senior stakeholders and partners, fostering trust and providing insightful updates on progress, challenges, and risks.
- Mentoring a large team of analysts through structured feedback, coaching, and day-to-day support.
- Oversight of CDD governance, standards, and compliance frameworks to align with evolving regulations.
- Identifying escalation pathways for complex or high-risk cases (PPs, sanctions, adverse media flags, or entourage ownership structures), offering expertise to the Financial Crime & Compliance (FCC) team.
- Contributing to training and professional development by sharing technical knowledge and fostering team growth.
Requirements
Must-have experience: ✔ Proven senior-level leadership in CDD/KYC onboarding, preferable within financial or professional services. ✔ Experience managing a high-performing team of ~15+, stakeholders, and project timelines in a fast-paced, commerce environment. ✔ Hands-on regulatory expertise in KYC/AML frameworks, including sanctions screening, PEP checks, and adverse media monitoring.
Strong advantage: ✔ Experience in platform or system rollouts (CDD, case management tools, or operating models). ✔ Background in large-scale, high-volume CDD engagements, including corporate onboarding and complex structures. ✔ Fluent stakeholder communication to levels of Partner/Director, and relevant certifications (e.g. ICA, ACAMS, CISI).
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Desirable skills but developable in the role: ✔ Adaptability and quick decision-making under pressure. ✔ Technical knowledge of corporate structures and risk assessment. ✔ A track record of driving quality-first deliverables.
Why This Works for You
Our Culture
We celebrate diversity and ambition, fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is valued. Our ambitious leaders invest in your growth, offering rewards, flexible work policies, and meaningful social contributions.
Rewards & Benefits
Our focus isn’t just productivity—it’s well-being, balance, and personal prosperity. Beyond competitive compensation, Grant Thornton’s packages include:
- Family-friendly and diverse leave options.
- Family-friendly and parental support policies.
- Social impact initiatives targeting local, national, or global challenges.
Life Beyond Work
We listen—determining fair working arrangements that suit your situation. Whether through flexible models, remote work, or creative schedules, work shouldn’t overshadow your life or passions.
Impact Matters
At Grant Thornton, integrity informs everything we do. As a colleague, you’ll drive ethical advancement starting here: whether through charities, entrepreneurial funding, or principled work.
Join us if you’re ready to do things right by clients, colleagues, and the world. Your spark—your principles—your 'right first time' mindset belongs here. Let’s make it happen.
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