Full job descriptionDeputy Manager - Legal & ComplianceLocation: Central London
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Full-time, Office-Based
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager - Legal & Compliance to join our Legal & Compliance team in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional with strong Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) expertise to play a key role in supporting the management of the Bank’s compliance framework and regulatory obligations.
Reporting directly to the Head of Compliance and MLRO, you will be responsible for providing second-line oversight, compliance advisory support, and ensuring the effectiveness of the Bank’s Anti-Financial Crime and Compliance controls.
Key Responsibilities*Conduct Compliance and Financial Crime Risk Assessments across key business areas.
*Review and recommend approval of KYC files completed by the first line of defence.
*Perform Compliance Oversight Reviews in line with the Compliance Monitoring Plan.
*Track, monitor and follow up on actions arising from compliance reviews.
*Identify potential compliance and financial crime risks and implement appropriate mitigating controls.
*Provide expert guidance and advice to senior management, business units and support functions on Compliance and Anti-Financial Crime matters.
*Develop, review and maintain compliance and financial crime policies, procedures and controls.
*Support the management of day-to-day Compliance and Anti-Financial Crime activities.
*Investigate and review Financial Crime-related queries and escalations, including AML, KYC, sanctions, fraud and market abuse matters.
*Prepare and maintain regulatory reports, MLRO reports and Country Risk Assessments.
*Deliver oversight and reporting to internal committees, Head Office and regulatory bodies.
*Support the development and delivery of annual Compliance and Anti-Financial Crime training programmes.
*Participate in internal and external audits and ensure regulatory recommendations are effectively implemented.
*Provide compliance oversight for regulatory change projects and key business initiatives.
*Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners and regulators.
*Promote and maintain a strong culture of compliance throughout the organisation.
*Monitor regulatory developments and provide timely guidance on emerging compliance requirements.
About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:
*Proven experience in a Compliance and/or Anti-Financial Crime leadership role within banking or financial services.
*Strong knowledge of UK Banking Regulations, Money Laundering Regulations, JMLSG Guidance and FCA Principles.
*Practical experience in KYC, AML, Sanctions, Fraud and Financial Crime Risk Management.
*Excellent understanding of risk-based approaches to customer onboarding, periodic reviews and ongoing monitoring.
*Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify emerging risks.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*The ability to influence stakeholders and provide clear, practical compliance advice.
*Experience working across multiple business areas within a banking environment.
*Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
*A proactive, self-motivated approach and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer*Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000.
*Opportunity to work within a respected international banking environment.
*Exposure to a broad range of compliance, regulatory and financial crime activities.
*A collaborative and professional working culture.
*Central London office location with excellent transport links.
If you are a compliance professional looking to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact within a dynamic banking environment, we would welcome your application.