Senior Associate - Compliance & Financial Crime Harrow | 12-Month FTC (Potential to go Permanent) | £40,000 per annum | Fully Office-Based An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Compliance & Financial Crime professional to join a leading financial services institution in Harrow. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent, offering a competitive salary of £40,000 and a chance to play a pivotal role in a fast-paced, regulatory environment. About the Role As Senior Associate - Compliance & Financial Crime, you will be responsible for second-line reviews of financial crime controls across key risk areas, including KYC, AML, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Fraud, and Market Abuse. You will support the Deputy Manager of Legal & Compliance and act as a key advisor to internal stakeholders on regulatory compliance and data protection matters. Key Responsibilities Provide second-line oversight of AML/CTF risk activities such as customer due diligence, screening, and monitoring. Conduct risk-based and thematic reviews, identifying and tracking remediation of any control weaknesses. Investigate suspicious activity and support the preparation of SARs to the NCA. Advise business units on AML/CTF matters, especially for high-risk customers and transactions. Analyze trends and prepare MI to support governance and decision-making. Support regulatory reporting and interactions with auditors and authorities. Act as a contact point for Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), breaches, and data protection training. Participate in governance forums and contribute to updates for senior management and the board. What We're Looking For ✅ A Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field ✅ 3-5 years' experience in AML compliance within a regulated financial institution ✅ Strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF legislation and experience working in a Three Lines of Defence model ✅ Professional certification (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma) is highly desirable ✅ Strong interpersonal skills and confidence advising internal teams ✅ Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable analyzing data and trends ✅ High level of integrity, attention to detail, and excellent time management skills Why Join Us? Competitive salary: £40,000 per annum Gain exposure to complex compliance and financial crime frameworks Work alongside experienced compliance professionals in a fully office-based environment Opportunity to transition into a permanent position after the initial 12-month FTC Located in Harrow, easily accessible and part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team Ready to Apply? If you're a motivated compliance professional looking to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a high-impact compliance team that values integrity, professionalism, and proactive thinking