Senior Financial Crime Manager - Contract

Position: Senior Financial Crime Manager
Location: London (Hybrid)
Rate: £500-£600 (DOE) per day via umbrella
Length of Contract: 9 months

About the Firm:

A boutique firm in the financial services sector, offering a range of specialised solutions in investment management, wealth planning, and corporate advisory. Authorised by the FCA, they are committed to delivering bespoke financial services to a diverse portfolio of clients.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Crime Manager/ Subject Matter Expert to join a growing Compliance & Financial Crime Team. Reporting directly to the Head of Compliance/ MLRO, this role is crucial for managing daily financial crime-related activities in the business. The position is hybrid, requiring three days a week in the Central London office (Tues, Weds, Thurs) with some occasional travel to their Essex office location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial crime frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Support the Head of Compliance/MLRO in conducting financial crime risk assessments and overseeing compliance activities.
• Monitor changes in AML, Sanctions, Fraud, and other relevant regulations, providing expertise and updates to the team.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure cohesive compliance practices across the organisation.
• Offer expert advice on financial crime issues and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review and approve new business relationships, monitor transactions, and investigate alerts.
• Prepare and present compliance reports and management information to senior leadership.
• Lead investigations and submit necessary reports to regulatory authorities.
• Mentor and train the compliance team to strengthen overall knowledge and practices.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of UK financial regulations, ideally within stockbroking, wealth management, or asset management environments.
• Proficiency in utilising financial crime detection software and technology.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing financial crime frameworks.

Qualifications:

• Professional certifications in Compliance or Financial Crime are advantageous.
• A degree in Law, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

How to Apply:

We invite experienced Financial Crime professionals to apply for this role. Please submit your CV. This role is only open to indiviuals with full right to work in the UK.

Note: This is a day rate contract role offering a competitive daily rate of £500-£600 via umbrella (depending on your experience and expectations)