Financial Crime Specialist

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Legal & General Full time
Position Overview

Legal & General is seeking a Financial Crime Specialist to become a vital part of our Group Financial Crime (GFC) team, contributing to various initiatives within the GFC framework.

We offer a competitive daily rate of up to £750 (inside of IR35) along with a 17.3% Umbrella uplift for this role, which is structured as a 39-week contract. The position is based in our London office, with a hybrid working model that typically requires in-office attendance once a week, though additional flexibility may be considered.

Applicants must reside in mainland UK and possess a valid right to work in the UK.

In this role, you will report directly to the Head of GFC for Risk & Controls, where your responsibilities will include coordinating and executing Financial Crime Risk Assessments, developing management information and board reports, drafting annual MLRO Reports, and playing a significant role in upgrading the existing Risk Assessment framework.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead and/or support initiatives related to the GFC 'Risk & Controls' sub-function, which encompasses:
  • Creation and implementation of GFC's Financial Crime Risk Assessment program, addressing all pertinent risk categories across all divisions and jurisdictions.
  • Development and upkeep of GFC's Financial Crime Risk Appetite program, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all relevant risk types.
  • Design and execution of GFC's Controls 'Quality Assurance and Oversight program, applicable to all divisions and jurisdictions.
  • Monitoring and management of all Financial Crime risk incidents and issues across the organization.
  • Supervision and tracking of all Financial Crime-related control remediation efforts.
  • Establishment and delivery of GFC's Financial Crime Management Information & Reporting program, covering all relevant risk types.
  1. Collaborate with other GFC team members engaged in different programs within the GFC framework to ensure cohesive efforts.
  2. Participate actively in various ad-hoc GFC projects that align with the team's responsibilities.
  3. Work in partnership with the broader Group Conduct Risk team and stakeholders across the organization to fulfill the responsibilities outlined above.
  4. With mutual agreement, you may rotate within GFC to another sub-function for skill development and knowledge sharing.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • A degree-level education with 5-10 years of experience in similar roles within large, complex Financial Services organizations.
  • Strong technical skills and/or prior experience in enhancing systems related to Financial Crime is preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Financial Crime topics, including: Sanctions, AML/CTF, Fraud, ABC, CCO, Insider Dealing, and Market Abuse:
    • Understanding of the UK regulatory and legislative framework
    • Familiarity with Financial Crime policies and procedures
    • Awareness of key Financial Crime risks impacting the Financial Services sector
    • Knowledge of essential Financial Crime controls implemented by organizations in the Financial Services industry.
  • Experience in leading or supporting Financial Crime investigations and generating Financial Crime reports and management information.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

If you possess the qualifications and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to consider this opportunity with Legal & General.

We appreciate the time and effort all candidates invest in applying for our roles. Due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to provide feedback to those not selected for an interview.

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