Our client a trusted retail banking organisation, are seeking a Financial Crime Officer to work with a small and friendly team. Are you passionate about protecting financial systems and combating financial crime? Do you enjoy working in a friendly, collaborative team? You will have the expertise to identify and prevent fraud, money laundering and other financial crimes in a professional-yet-informal setting. For this role it is essential to have previous retail banking background as the Bank is regulated by the FCA and PRA. Please note that this role is office based.
Responsibilities of the Financial Crime Officer
*You will be the second line of defence (2LOD) against financial crime.
*Reviewing the adequacy of EDD, CDD, KYC and KYB checks, sources of wealth and funds, client information, profile and suitability performed by KYC Analysts during the account opening process.
*Monitoring transactions in accordance with the Financial Crime Monitoring Plan.
*Assisting with efforts to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing and other illicit financial activities.
*Preparing accurate and timely data, including customer reports, and MI for AML-related matters.
Requirements for the Financial Crime Officer
*Solid foundation of experience in money laundering and retail banking.
*Strong knowledge of UK Money Launder and Terrorist Finance regulations.
*Knowledge of Fraud, AML and Sanctions regimes.
*We’re looking for a self-sufficient, proactive and detail-oriented individual to maintain a secure and compliant environment.