Financial Crime Compliance Manager

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Starling Bank Full time

About Starling Bank

At Starling, we have redefined banking by leveraging technology to empower individuals in managing their finances effectively. As a fully licensed UK bank, we embody the innovative spirit of a tech company, dedicated to enhancing the banking experience for our customers.

Role Overview

In the capacity of Economic Crime Manager within the Financial Crime Escalations & Disclosure Team, you will report directly to the Deputy MLRO. Your primary responsibility will be to safeguard Starling Bank and its clientele by assessing and refining key controls, particularly internal procedures, to bolster the identification and response to financial crime threats.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide continuous support for Financial Crime inquiries from both internal and external stakeholders across various business sectors.
  • Assist in the escalation process for PEP/RCA reviews.
  • Evaluate Sanctions escalations and ensure that any suspected breaches are reported to the appropriate authorities.
  • Oversee internal and external reporting obligations under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
  • Offer guidance to the Disclosures Team regarding SAR investigations and report writing.
  • Engage with Law Enforcement on complex and sensitive inquiries.
  • Analyze data and compile review outputs into comprehensive reports for relevant stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement the financial crime framework and policies of the Bank, ensuring effective oversight of policy governance and escalation processes.
  • Conduct horizon scanning for regulatory changes, performing gap and business impact analyses.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in Financial Crime Compliance within a UK regulated environment.
  • Expertise in various financial crime risk categories, including AML, CTF, and Sanctions.
  • Thorough understanding of UN, UK, EU, and US Sanctions legislation to effectively manage sanctions risk.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial crime risk management principles and methodologies.
  • Experience in policy and process development, as well as providing advice and assurance.
  • Familiarity with sectoral guidance from organizations such as JMLSG and the Wolfsberg Group.
  • Proficient in the UK SAR regime and SAR reporting processes.
  • Ability to work autonomously while recognizing when to escalate issues to senior stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting assessments as part of second line oversight.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
  • In-depth knowledge and technical expertise in the application of:

- The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017

- The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002

- UN/EU/OFSI/OFAC sanctions regimes

Benefits

  • 25 days of annual leave, with flexibility to take public holidays as per your preference.
  • An additional day off for your birthday.
  • Increased annual leave with tenure, with options to buy or sell up to five extra days.
  • 16 hours of paid volunteering time each year.
  • Salary sacrifice and a company-enhanced pension scheme.
  • Life insurance coverage at four times your salary.
  • Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth, including mental health support and cancer care, along with partner discounts.
  • Generous family-friendly policies.
  • Perkbox membership for access to retail discounts and wellness resources.
  • Opportunities for initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships.

Diversity and Inclusion

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