ALF are proud to be exclusively partnering with a fast-growing FinTech business based in the heart of Manchester. A company that puts customers and people first, combining innovative technology with a human approach to deliver fair and accessible financial solutions.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and ambitious Financial Crime team where ideas are encouraged, development is supported, and your impact is visible. The business offers a modern, flexible working environment with a strong focus on inclusion and continuous improvement.
This role is Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work and just 1 day per week in the office (training period may differ).
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £34,000
* Flexible working (1 day in office per week)
* 23 days holiday + increases with service
* Additional days for wellbeing, charity & birthday
* Free onsite parking
* Fast-growing business with genuine progression opportunities
The Role
Sitting within a growing Financial Crime function, you’ll play a key role in protecting customers and the business from fraud, with a strong focus on end-to-end investigations.
* Conduct end-to-end fraud and financial crime investigations, including APP fraud and scam cases
* Investigate suspicious activity across Faster Payments, identifying high-risk behaviours and emerging fraud trends
* Complete SAR investigations, including drafting and submitting disclosures to the NCA
* Carry out CIFAS filings where appropriate
* Use internal systems (including SSI where applicable) to manage and progress investigations
* Take proactive action to prevent financial loss, including account intervention and escalation
* Act as a subject matter expert on fraud typologies, particularly social engineering and payment-related scams
* Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen fraud controls and improve detection strategies
* Contribute to continuous improvement across processes, controls, and frameworks
About You
* Proven experience in Financial Crime / Fraud Investigation, with exposure to payments
* Strong experience in end-to-end investigations, not just alert handling
* Hands-on experience with SARs (including NCA submissions) and CIFAS filings
* Solid understanding of APP fraud and scam typologies, with investigation experience (not just awareness)
* Experience working with Faster Payments
* Ability to assess risk quickly and make sound decisions under pressure
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Financial Crime Investigator looking for a role where you can take ownership of investigations and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Cassidy at ALF Recruit for more information.