Global professional services firm Guidehouse is actively hiring for the position of Process Associate – Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) at its Chennai, Tamil Nadu facility. This entry-level role (0–2 years experience) focuses on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and crypto-asset compliance, making it an excellent opportunity for freshers and early-career professionals interested in financial crime compliance, blockchain analysis, and fintech risk management.
Job Drive Overview
| Attribute | Details |
| Hiring Organization | Guidehouse |
| Official Job Role | Process Associate – EDD (Job Requisition ID: 41117) |
| Work Model | Full-Time (In-Office / Site-Based) |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Job Family | GIC Process (India) |
| Experience Level | 0 to 2 Years (Freshers Allowed) |
| Domain | Financial Crime, AML, EDD & Crypto Compliance |
| Travel & Clearance | None Required |
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
As an EDD Process Associate at Guidehouse, your daily operations will cover high-risk customer reviews and digital asset investigative tasks:
- Trigger & Periodic Reviews: Execute Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for Trigger Reviews (TR) and Periodic Reviews (PR) following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Profile & Transaction Analysis: Analyze customer risk profiles, transaction activity, and cryptocurrency flows (including wallet behaviors and exchange interactions).
- Sanctions & PEP Screening: Conduct thorough screening against adverse media, global sanctions lists (e.g., OFAC), and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) databases.
- Crypto Risk Detection: Identify high-risk crypto indicators such as mixers/tumblers, darknet marketplace exposure, privacy coins, cross-chain transfers, and layering across wallets.
- Source of Funds/Wealth: Validate customer Source of Funds (SoF) and Source of Wealth (SoW), specifically cross-referencing digital asset activity.
- Documentation & Escalation: Draft comprehensive, audit-ready case reports and escalate complex or suspicious cases to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
Eligibility Criteria & Skill Requirements
Educational & Experience Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in any field (preferred).
- Experience: 0–2 Years of experience in AML, KYC, CDD, or EDD operations.
Core Technical & Knowledge Requirements
- Basic understanding of cryptocurrency, blockchain mechanics, and transaction flows.
- Knowledge of AML regulations and risk-based due diligence principles.
- Strong investigative, analytical, and technical writing skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication in English.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Exposure to crypto AML, fintech, or digital asset environments.
- Hands-on exposure to blockchain analytics software (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Elliptic).
- Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks like FATF, BSA, FinCEN, and OFAC.
Why Join Guidehouse?
- Fintech & Crypto Focus: Gain hands-on exposure to cutting-edge cryptocurrency investigation tools and global digital asset compliance.
- Global Advisory Exposure: Work within a top-tier consulting and managed services firm employing over 18,000 professionals globally.
- Career Progression: Clear growth pathways within the GIC Process network in India across risk management, financial crime, and regulatory compliance.
How to Apply
- Visit the Guidehouse Careers Portal and search for Job Requisition 41117.
- Complete your profile and submit your updated resume, highlighting any exposure to AML, research, or blockchain concepts.
- Submit your application directly through the portal.
Important Apply Links
| Job Role | Apply Link |
|---|---|
| Process Associate – EDD | Apply for this Job |