Compliance Expert

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Kroo Full time

About Kroo Bank

We're a cutting-edge fintech company with a big vision: to be the first bank that's both trusted and loved by our customers. Our mission is to help people take control of their financial future, achieve their goals, and make a positive impact on the planet.

We believe in doing what's right, always. That's why we act with integrity, transparency, and honesty. We think big, dream big, and relentlessly pursue our goals. And we do it all together as a team.

The Financial Crime Advisory Officer will play a crucial role in managing and executing financial crime compliance and monitoring programs, updating policies and procedures, and providing expert advice on financial crime matters. This role requires a deep understanding of UK regulations and best practices, and the ability to translate this knowledge into actionable insights and strategies for the bank.

Responsibilities

  1. Deliver expert guidance and support to the First Line of Defence (1LOD) on financial crime best practices and regulatory developments.
  2. Manage and execute financial crime compliance and system monitoring programs to ensure the bank's activities adhere to UK regulatory requirements.
  3. Update and maintain financial crime policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with UK regulations, including the FCA handbook, POCA, TACT, and JMLSG guidelines.
  4. Assist in delivering comprehensive business-wide risk assessments, country risk assessment, and other risk assessments in line with regulatory expectations.
  5. Manage and progress follow-up actions to enhance the bank's control framework, ensuring that financial crime risks are appropriately mitigated.
  6. Enhance and produce financial crime-related management information and dashboards, utilizing tools such as Lightdash and Excel.
  7. Provide regular reports and updates to senior stakeholders and executive committees, ensuring they are informed of the bank's financial crime risk profile.
  8. Deliver financial crime gap analysis, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring that the bank remains compliant with evolving regulations.
  9. Conduct regular horizon scanning to stay ahead of emerging financial crime risks and regulatory changes.
  10. Produce summary papers and briefings for senior stakeholders and executive committees, providing insights into the potential impact of new regulations and industry trends.
  11. Work closely with 1LoD, Compliance, Legal, Risk, and other teams to ensure a coordinated approach to financial crime risk management.
  12. Foster a culture of compliance and awareness across the bank, ensuring all staff understand their roles in mitigating financial crime risks.

What We Offer

  • A highly competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Generous holiday time: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 1 Kroo bank holiday (June 24th), and 1 day off during the week of your birthday.
  • Personal days: We know that life can be unpredictable, so we offer 3 personal days to use as needed.
  • Employer-sponsored volunteer program: We're passionate about giving back to our community, and we support our employees in doing the same with up to 4 hours per month of employer-sponsored volunteer time.
  • Mental health support: We care about the mental health of our team members and offer access to Spill, our mental health support partner.
  • Workplace pension: We want you to feel secure about your future, so we offer a workplace pension with a 5% employee contribution and a 3% employer top-up.
  • Learning and development: After 1 year of service, you'll have access to £500 from the Kroo Learning Fund to invest in your career development.
  • Top-notch equipment: We provide top-of-the-line equipment necessary for smooth hybrid work, including a MacBook laptop. Additionally, we also offer support in establishing your home office by contributing towards your setup if required.
  • Modern office: When you're in the office, you'll enjoy access to our modern, bustling workspace in Central London.
  • Cycle to Work scheme: We encourage sustainable transportation with our Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Electric Car scheme: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint, and our Electric Car scheme makes it easy for our employees to do the same.
  • Enhanced parental leave: We know that family comes first, and we offer an enhanced parental leave policy to support our employees in starting and growing their families.
  • Room for growth: As a fast-paced, high-growth start-up, we're dedicated to providing our employees with room to grow and excel.
  • You get full healthcare for you and your nuclear family via Vitality.

Hybrid Working

We offer flexible working arrangements to allow for a better work-life balance. Our office is a great resource when used effectively, but we also understand the importance of remote work.

Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity is essential for driving innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive.



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