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Lead Financial Crime Risk Strategist

2 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Metro Bank Full time

Key Responsibilities:


• As a pivotal member of the Financial Crime Risk Management team at Metro Bank, you will collaborate with senior leaders and their respective departments to oversee financial crime threats and ensure a solid control framework that aligns with the bank's risk tolerance.


• Partner with our executive team to facilitate the proactive identification, evaluation, management, monitoring, and reporting of financial crime risks associated with Metro Bank.


• Act as a primary advocate for the establishment of a comprehensive 1st Line of Defence (LoD) Financial Crime risk and control framework, ensuring alignment with the bank's policies, standards, and defined risk appetite.


• Work closely with your designated business area to manage financial crime risks effectively, providing insights and guidance on risk profiles related to anti-money laundering, sanctions, and fraud, as well as emerging regulatory concerns such as anti-tax evasion, anti-corruption/bribery, and modern slavery legislation.


• Offer expert Financial Crime risk advice to ensure that threats and vulnerabilities are thoroughly documented alongside a robust control environment.


• Lead financial crime risk reviews and assurance activities to verify that systems, controls, and processes adhere to policies aimed at mitigating risks.


• Collaborate closely with the 2nd Line of Defence Financial Crime Policy Team to translate policies and standards into practical systems, processes, and training initiatives.


• Report on financial crime risk performance through various governance committees within the first and second lines.


At Metro Bank, we recognize that risk management is integral to our operations. We value individuals who take ownership, prioritize ethical practices for our customers and colleagues, and possess the courage to raise concerns when necessary.

Required Qualifications:


• Significant leadership experience in the financial services sector within a financial crime capacity (1st or 2nd LoD), with a comprehensive understanding of banking products, processes, risk management frameworks, and associated controls.


• Strong knowledge of digital banking and product management.


• Proven experience in collaborating with senior stakeholders to implement and facilitate risk management processes, along with the ability to present and influence effectively.


• Practical experience in Financial Crime and familiarity with risk management frameworks and processes, including RCSA, IUMs, Thematic Risk Reviews, and risk reporting to governance committees, as well as a solid understanding of the regulatory landscape concerning Financial Crime compliance.


• Skilled in applying expert judgment to make informed risk-based decisions.


• Competence in defining and evaluating compliance with risk policies and standards, with experience in planning, leading, and conducting risk assessments and in-depth reviews.


• Ability to design and implement effective risk processes and continuous improvements that meet the demands of daily risk management and governance.


• Ideally, some familiarity with banking products and digital banking.


• Exceptional relationship and stakeholder management skills at a senior level, fostering constructive dialogue and challenge.


• Experience in communicating risk insights and perspectives across the organization, as well as proficiency in risk reporting, management information, and presentations.


• A thorough understanding of the risks inherent in your role and their implications for you, Metro Bank, and all stakeholders.


Our Commitment to You:


• We are dedicated to ensuring you are well-compensated with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and various colleague discounts.


• We will provide you with the necessary training to excel in your role and numerous internal opportunities for career advancement (approximately 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions).


• We prioritize work-life balance, offering hybrid working arrangements tailored to your role and personal life, whenever feasible.