Group AFC - Advisory Manager (12 month fixed term contract)
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Overview of Department
Given the specialist nature of this role, it is a minimum requirement that candidates have appropriate Financial Crime expertise and a qualification from the International Compliance Association, such as an AML Diploma or equivalent.
Purpose of Role
To assist the Head of AFC Advisory & Operations by managing and overseeing the AFC Risk & Control Framework across the Group and the response to and resolution of escalated queries by the Senior AFC Analyst. To provide pragmatic and proportionate solutions to client/regulatory/legal requirements and to oversee the implementation of changes identified through updates to policy through collaboration with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
* Act as AFC Advisory Subject Matter Expert: maintain knowledge of policy requirements for AML, Sanctions, CT&PF, ABC & AMS.
* Maintain professional membership of the International Compliance Association and undertake required CPD each year.
* Maintain AML, Sanctions, CT&PF, ABC & AMS training and awareness content.
* Respond to errors/breaches ensuring remedial steps are undertaken by required parties.
* Oversee the review and updating of wording in firm-wide documentation.
* Provision of advisory specific information across all reporting/insight deliverables.
* Review escalated wording in legal agreements (e.g., IMA’s, Distribution Agreements, and other contracts).
* Develop internal team business plans and be responsible for specific deliverables.
* Internal horizon scanning on new initiatives for any AFC risk/impact.
* Lead/oversee the analysis and implementation of policy/AFC changes across the group framework.
* Review regulatory guidance and industry developments, consider impact to the Group and take appropriate action.
* Keep up to date with industry developments/technology in risk and control management techniques and contribute to ongoing development and enhancement of the firm’s risk and control framework.
* Lead design and implementation of controls to meet evolving client requirements.
* Provide rapid decision making to meet business and department needs, balancing business vs regulatory obligations.
* Prioritise BAU and strategic work items, re-prioritising as needed.
* Develop and maintain relationships across the AFC framework to ensure effective communication.
* Engage with external third parties as required.
* Manage reporting to internal committees, boards, groups, and department heads on applicable matters and attend meetings where required.
Your Knowledge and Experience
* Anti-Financial Crime knowledge and experience built over several years within the Financial Services industry.
Qualifications
* ICA Diploma in AML (or equivalent).
* Appropriate Financial Crime expertise and a qualification from the International Compliance Association (essential).
The Type of Candidate That We’re Looking For
Specific and relevant Anti-Financial Crime experience covering Anti-Money Laundering, Sanctions, Countering Terrorist and Proliferation Financing, Anti-Modern Slavery, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption.
Critical Skills
* Nurture relationships
* Openness and discernment
* Storytelling
Closing Date
November 12, 2025
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