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Lead Financial Crime Risk Strategist

2 months ago


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

Department Operations

Location Central London

Reference Number 21857

At Metro Bank, we prioritize our people, fostering a culture that values, respects, and includes everyone. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, seeking the best talent from a variety of communities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • As a Lead Financial Crime Risk Manager, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders across various business units, overseeing their financial crime risks and ensuring a strong control environment aligned with the bank's risk appetite.
  • Partner with senior leadership to proactively identify, assess, manage, monitor, and report on financial crime risks faced by Metro Bank.
  • Drive the establishment of a comprehensive 1st Line of Defence (LoD) Financial Crime risk and control framework that adheres to the bank's policies and standards.
  • Work closely with your business area to manage financial crime risks, providing insights and opinions on risk profiles related to anti-money laundering, sanctions, fraud, and other regulatory concerns.
  • Offer expert Financial Crime risk advice to ensure that threats and risks are documented alongside a solid control framework.
  • Lead financial crime risk reviews and assurance activities to confirm compliance with policies aimed at mitigating risks.
  • Collaborate with the 2nd LoD Financial Crime Policy Team to translate policies into effective systems, processes, and training.
  • Report on financial crime risk performance through various governance committees.

As a financial institution, risk management is integral to our operations. We value individuals who take accountability, prioritize ethical conduct for customers and colleagues, and are willing to voice concerns when necessary.

Required Qualifications:

  • Significant leadership experience in financial services within a financial crime context (1st or 2nd LoD), with a strong grasp of banking products, processes, risk management frameworks, and associated controls.
  • Solid understanding of digital banking and product management.
  • Proven experience in partnering with senior stakeholders to implement risk management processes, with the ability to present and influence effectively.
  • Applied knowledge of financial crime risk management frameworks, including RCSA, IUMs, Thematic Risk Reviews, and risk reporting to governance committees, along with a solid understanding of the regulatory landscape.
  • Experience in making informed, risk-based decisions using expert judgment.
  • Ability to assess compliance with risk policies and standards, with experience in planning and leading risk assessments and reviews.
  • Capability to design and implement effective risk processes that meet daily management and governance requirements.
  • Ideally, some familiarity with banking products and digital banking.
  • Strong relationship management skills at a senior level, enabling constructive discussions and challenges.
  • Experience in communicating risk insights and opinions across the organization, including risk reporting and presentations.
  • Awareness of the risks associated with the role and their implications for the bank and stakeholders.

Our Commitment to You:

  • We offer 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 provide training to ensure your success in the role and numerous internal opportunities for career advancement.
  • We promote work-life balance, with most roles offering hybrid working arrangements tailored to your position and personal life.

Important Note:

We recognize that diverse teams are the most effective. We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement. We are open to flexible working requests and welcome applications from those who are excited about the opportunity to work with us.