Senior Financial Crime Analyst Lead

6 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Pockit Full time

Pockit is a digital banking alternative that serves over 900,000 customers throughout the UK.

We are looking for an expert in financial crime to lead a team of analysts and drive our risk management strategy forward. As Senior Financial Crime Analyst Lead, you will be responsible for implementing effective workflows, managing sanctions screening programs, and monitoring payments transactions for suspicious activity.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5 years of experience working in a KYC/AML environment, a successful track record in people management, and knowledge of UK/EU regulations. You will also have proven experience in understanding and interpreting regulation within the payment industry and implementing solutions to address regulatory requirements.

In this role, you will work closely with our MLRO to prepare data for reports shared internally and externally. You will also assess, review, create, and deliver internal training programs for the team, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively.

The company offers a competitive basic salary of £60,000 per annum, increasing with every complete year to reach a maximum of £70,000. Other benefits include 25 days of holiday from start, increasing with every complete year to reach a maximum of 30 days, plus Bank Holidays, as well as access to various employee assistance programs and flexible working arrangements.

Founded in 2014, Pockit aims to build a better banking alternative for customers left behind by high-street banks. Our app enables users to store and spend money through a prepaid card, manage their finances, and send money in the UK and abroad. With Apple and Google Pay support, 1% cashback, and automatic purchase protection, we help change our customers' relationship with their money for the better.



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