Our client is seeking experienced Financial Crime Executives to support the DMLRO in advising and assisting them in meeting their legal and regulatory obligations. The role also serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), AML advisory, sanctions, regulatory reporting (FCA and HQ), and stakeholder engagement, both internal and external.
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* Location
: Hybrid – (Milton Keynes initial office-based training period 5 days, then 3 days a week thereafter)
* Rate
: £DOE inside IR35
* Work Pattern
: Standard Business Hours
* Start Dates
: ASAP
* Duration
: 6 Months
Your day-to-day activities will include:
* Support the DMLRO with maintaining a robust financial crime risk control framework.
* Assist in maintaining and updating the AML Risk Assessment and support implementation of required remedial activities.
* Act as the initial point of contact for AML matters across the business.
* Manage investigations of escalated SARs and liaise with external law enforcement agencies such as the NCA.
* Execute and oversee elements of the Financial Crime Monitoring Plan, sanctions screening, PEP monitoring, and internal approvals.
* Provide regulatory and financial crime advice to internal teams, supporting business decisions and compliance processes.
* Collaborate on the implementation of regulatory changes and support cross-departmental training and awareness initiatives.
* Conduct business impact analyses and oversee adherence to governance frameworks.
* Lead action plans for closing compliance gaps and ensure alignment with the firms policies and procedures.
* Support the preparation and validation of FCA, HQ AML, FLA, and other financial crime-related reports.
* Develop insights and reporting packs for DMLRO, MLRO, and senior stakeholders, highlighting key risk indicators.
* Support development and delivery of AML/financial crime training for onboarding and annual reviews.
* Work with Learning & Development to ensure regulatory alignment and training effectiveness across all departments.
What Knowledge, Skills & Experience We Need
* Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role.
* In-depth knowledge of the UK's Money Laundering Regulations, the Proceeds of Crime Act, and relevant FCA rules.
* Strong understanding of financial crime risk in the context of regulated automotive finance.
* Experience advising on and implementing anti-bribery, CTF, and sanctions compliance programmes.
* Proven ability to manage and investigate suspicious activity and liaise with law enforcement.
* Experience producing management reporting and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
* Exceptional interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills.
* Experience delivering AML/financial crime training and awareness initiatives.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to make risk-based decisions under pressure.
* Strong stakeholder management, including working with external bodies and regulators.