Financial Crimes Risk Processes - SVP

Financial Crimes Risk Processes - SVP

Location: (London - Hybrid) Monday - Friday, 40 hrs per week

Pay via umbrella per day: 623

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of business-owned products and their related financial crimes controls.
• Provide expert guidance to ensure a coherent and effective control environment for financial crimes compliance.
• Assess and enhance the existing control framework, identifying compliance gaps.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and the effectiveness of the control environment.
• Maintain strong partnerships with business heads, operations, technology, and second-line defence teams.
• Escalate and report on control issues while driving a holistic approach to financial crimes risk management.
• Engage early on new business initiatives to support commercial priorities while adhering to risk management policies.
• Review and assess financial crimes processes to ensure alignment with policy and business expectations.
• Stay updated on product innovations and regulatory changes to adapt the control environment accordingly.
• Prepare and deliver updates to senior management and governance committees on control issues and enhancements.
• Identify opportunities for process streamlining and implement efficiencies for an enhanced client experience.

What We are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience in financial crime compliance or risk management.
• Financial Crime certification (ACAMS, ACSS, etc.) preferred.
• Strong background in Financial Services with a focus on AML/Sanctions Compliance or Risk & Controls.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to challenge business management and advocate for change.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive change and prioritise in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with a knack for problem-solving and process improvement.
• Project management and change capabilities are essential.

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