Financial Crime Specialist

6 months ago

Southampton, United Kingdom Quilter Full time

Fixed Term Contract Duration - 6 Months

What the Hiring Manager says

About the Role

Level: Level 4

Department: Financial Crime

Location: Southampton, England/ London, England

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract

Contract Duration: 6 Months

The main responsibility of this role is to carry out investigations across all businesses in relation to allegations of money laundering (as required), sanctions, external and internal fraud, bribery and corruption, the facilitation of tax evasion, leaked information and market abuse (insider dealing and market manipulation, in accordance with the compliance team).

This role will also be responsible for the 2LoD oversight and sign off for high risk clients including high risk Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) matches, sanctions matches and adverse media.

The key tasks involve, but are not limited to the following:

- Investigating allegations of financial crime issues, analysing all information available, undertaking root cause analysis, summarising findings, recommending and taking necessary action. Ensuring investigation work is thoroughly documented and completed in a timely manner.
- Reviewing suspicious activity reports in order to determine whether a report should be made to the Financial Intelligence Unit, including referral to the Head of Financial Crime Investigations and/or the DMLRO for approval.
- Reviewing screening matches referred from the 1LOD financial crime specialists for Politically Exposed Persons, Sanctions and adverse media. Make appropriate recommendations for action and sign off.
- Reviewing reports of adverse transaction monitoring received from the 1LOD financial crime specialists and make appropriate recommendations for action.
- Communicating with potential victims of fraud to establish circumstances and additional information in order to provide a fair and logical decision, with supporting rationale.
- Liaising with law enforcement, government bodies and other relevant external parties in relation to financial crime activities.
- Processing external information requests and enquiries related to fraud issues.
- Maintaining appropriate records relating to all investigations.
- Assist with financial crime reporting and data as required by the Group Head of Financial Crime Investigations.
- Assist with the management of the Financial Crime Investigations Mailbox.
- Keeping up to date with changes in regulations, policies, procedures and practices.
- Identifying opportunities for improvement to financial crime prevention practices, investigation processes, and making recommendations for change to the MLRO.
- Embedding a positive culture of confident and proactive customer considerations, leading to informed risk taking through training, communication and of the agreed financial crime risk framework.
- Building and maintaining relationships with other colleagues in industry, to promote networking and the sharing of best practice.
- Attending periodic industry forums on financial crime related topics, to enhance knowledge and expand network.
- Promoting the importance of robust financial crime controls, in order to meet legal and regulatory obligations.

About You

Applications from people with diverse backgrounds enables our inclusive organisation to thrive. If you feel you don't match our job description exactly, why not take a chance on yourself and apply? You could be exactly what this role needs.

You will have previous experience in a financial crime prevention role.

You’ll have an understanding of the requirements of FCA/HMT regulations and guidance relating to financial crime.
- Our purpose is to help the generations today and tomorrow to prosper. That means we must guide people through the complexity of planning for their future, with the right financial advice and investment solutions, so that they can have more secure financial futures._
- In this ever-changing world, we see that our role in society has never been more meaningful, and we are committed to using our expertise and care to guide our customers through these challenging and unprecedented times._
- Our impressive talents and capabilities set us apart, but our unwavering commitment to our customers is what defines us. We truly believe that we have all the ingredients to be the very best in our industry, and we want great people with the care and creativity that we need, to help us get there._
- We are passionate about building an inclusive culture where everyone’s contribution is valued, and our people can thrive. No matter what your role is or where you sit, your voice will matter. We hope you like what you hear and are interested in learning more about joining us._

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Core Benefits

Holiday: 26 days

Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in our incentive scheme, based on the company's performance and their contribution to it

Pension Scheme: 10% non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contrib

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