Financial Crime Specialist

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Metro Bank PLC Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Crime Specialist to join our team at Metro Bank PLC. As a key member of our Risk and Credit department, you will play a critical role in mitigating financial crime risk and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed and deadline-driven enhanced due diligence case reviews on high-risk customers to identify potential financial crime risks.
  • Carry out comprehensive investigations and analysis to gather information on source of funds, wealth, and income.
  • Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of necessary controls to ensure compliance with AML/CTF, Sanctions, ABC, and Anti-Tax Evasion regulations.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, colleagues, and peers to facilitate report writing and ensure lasting working relationships.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on high-risk and complex customers, ensuring the bank aligns with regulatory expectations.
  • Develop and maintain a risk-based approach to Financial Crime controls based on the Financial Crime risk assessment and risk appetite.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and hot topics in financial crime.

Requirements

  • Proven experience working in a Financial Crime function within a banking or financial services organization.
  • Experience in supporting businesses in assessing higher-risk customers as part of the customer acceptance and review process.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong attention to detail.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus.
  • A wide range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and colleague discounts.
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
  • A hybrid working arrangement, with the option to work from home and balance work and personal life.


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