I am seekingg a highly skilled professional to strengthen financial crime controls within a leading retail investment business. Key responsibilities and qualifications include:
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
AML / Financial Crime Expertise:
* Conduct CDD/EDD, client profiling, and source of wealth assessments
* Perform sanctions screening and transaction monitoring
* Lead complex investigations and risk assessments
* Manage periodic reviews and ongoing compliance with regulatory frameworks
Operational & Strategic Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute financial crime strategies aligned with business and regulatory objectives
* Drive process improvements, workflow optimization, and operational efficiency
* Support policy, standards, and framework development for retail investment products
* Partner with technology teams to implement advanced detection systems and enhance controls
Key Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial crime within financial services, preferably retail investments
* Strong understanding of UK and international regulations (FCA, JMLSG, FATF)
* Experience in AML/FC project or change delivery
* Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and presentations
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to provide guidance and training to junior team members
* Strategic, proactive thinker with strong operational execution
Why This Role:
* Opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the business against financial crime
* Hands-on role with strategic influence and cross-functional collaboration
* Exposure to advanced technology, data-driven tools, and innovative risk management