Karol Zieja
About Karol Zieja
Karol Zieja is a Client Onboarding Specialist at UBS, specializing in KYC processes. He has extensive experience in anti-money laundering and client onboarding, having previously worked at PwC Polska and HSBC.
Current Role at UBS
Karol Zieja serves as a Client Onboarding Specialist - KYC (Authorized Officer) at UBS. He has held this position since 2019 and is based in Kraków, woj. małopolskie, Polska. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the client onboarding process, ensuring compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations. He actively participates in Subject Matter Expert (SME) calls to uphold high-quality standards within the department.
Previous Experience at PwC Polska
Before joining UBS, Karol Zieja worked at PwC Polska as a Senior AML Analyst. His tenure lasted for 11 months from 2018 to 2019, during which he was located in Gdańsk, woj. pomorskie, Polska. In this role, he focused on anti-money laundering efforts, contributing to the firm's compliance initiatives.
Career at HSBC
Karol Zieja's experience at HSBC spans multiple roles. He began as a KYC Junior Analyst from 2015 to 2016, followed by a promotion to KYC Analyst from 2017 to 2018. His time at HSBC included a year in each position, with the KYC Analyst role based in Kraków, woj. małopolskie, Polska. His work involved conducting KYC reviews and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Education and Expertise
Karol Zieja holds two Master's degrees. He studied Finanse i Rachunkowość at Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Krakowie, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he earned a degree in Psychologia stosowana from Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie, where he studied from 2010 to 2015. His educational background supports his expertise in financial compliance and client onboarding processes.
Early Career at Aon
Karol Zieja began his professional career at Aon, where he worked as a Trainee in Pension Administration. This role lasted for 11 months from 2014 to 2015 in Kraków, woj. małopolskie, Polska. His experience at Aon provided foundational knowledge in administrative processes related to pensions.