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We are working with an exciting client of ours who operate in the PSD & EMI Space currently. They are looking to hire a Head of Transaction Monitoring to refine and provide effective and efficient oversight of the fraud and transaction monitoring function.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Lead and manage transaction monitoring and fraud processes, including the handling of potential fraud cases and the execution of post-transaction monitoring (rule-based, periodic, and event-driven reviews) in line with internal service level guidelines.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory obligations and internal policies and procedures. Report any potential or actual breaches to the Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs).
* Maintain an up-to-date Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for transaction monitoring and support broader compliance operations as required.
* Manage and develop a high-performing transaction monitoring team, promoting a culture of compliance, accountability, and operational excellence.
* Oversee the identification, investigation, and escalation of suspicious activity.
* Ensure timely, accurate, and risk-appropriate responses to potential fraud or financial crime incidents in alignment with regulatory expectations and internal policies.
* Analyse trends and risks, providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
* Drive the ongoing enhancement of transaction monitoring processes, with a focus on increasing efficiency and effectiveness through system upgrades and automation.
* Deliver regular training sessions on transaction monitoring and fraud prevention topics.
* Ensure timely implementation of corrective actions arising from compliance monitoring, audits, and incident reviews (internal or external).
* Represent the transaction monitoring function during internal and external audits.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* Proven experience in leading others in a transaction monitoring department.
* Experience in a fintech/ EMI environment is a must.
* Experience with developing and refining processes within the transaction monitoring and fraud space is highly desirable.
* THIS ROLE DOES NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP.
* THIS ROLE IS NOT A KYC/ ONBOARDING FOCUSSED ROLE.
For further information, please contact Jordan White
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