Financial Crime SME

Up to £55,000 DOE

West Malling

Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm (Hybrid)



A brand new exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Crime Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join my client's team based in West Malling. The successful candidate will come from a Financial Services / Banking environment and have extensive knowledge of regulations surrounding Anti Money Laundering (AML), Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF) and Sanctions. Working closely with the 1LOD and 2LOD, you will be responsible for advising, coaching and upskilling the team as well as advising senior management throughout the company to manage Financial Crime risks.



Some duties include (not exhaustive):

* To be the AML, CTF and Sanctions matter expert; supporting staff and advising senior management and stakeholders
* Working with line managers to determine areas where staff need additional training regarding financial crime
* Sit in on committee meetings; advising what the business can be doing better to manage Financial Crime risks
* Undertaking customer due diligence, transaction monitoring and Sanctions screening
* Reviewing rules, policies and procedures to ensure risks at mitigated
* Assist with translating Financial Crime rules and regulations from "jargon" into simple terms so that the team can understand these better



The successful candidate will have / be:

* Extensive knowledge of AML, CTF regulations as well as Sanctions within an FCA regulated environment
* A relevant degree or qualification, e.g. Diploma in AML/Financial Crime Prevention (or equivalent)
* Experience within the UK of KYC requirements; including customer identification, customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence
* A strong communicator
* An analytical mindset
* A team player

This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody to come in and really make a difference to the way the company operates! The successful candidate will be working with friendly, diverse team who are always looking for opportunities to train and develop their staff.

My client is offering a generous 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays), flexible/hybrid working after training, health care and more!

If you think you have the knowledge and skills for this challenging new role then please do submit your CV today!



This role is being handled by Christina Pithouse, Recruitment Consultant for Business Support at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.



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