Financial Crime Risk Specialist

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom HSBC Innovation Bank Full time

About HSBC Innovation Banking

HSBC Innovation Banking is a leading provider of banking solutions for start-ups, scale-ups, growth businesses, investors, and those working towards IPO, typically within the technology and life science sectors.

We offer comprehensive banking solutions, managing cash flow, plans for buyouts, and Strategic Fund Solutions, to power ideas at every stage of their journey. From first-time founders to the funds that back them, and everything in between, we accelerate growth for our clients, create meaningful connections and communities, and open a world of global opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors alike.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled Financial Crime Risk Specialist to join our Financial Crime Risk & Controls (FCRC) team. As a key member of our First Line of Defence (FLOD) team, you will be responsible for identifying, investigating, and monitoring relationships that pose a money laundering or terrorist financing risk in support of all legal and regulatory requirements relating to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing.

You will work closely with FCRC colleagues to review client relationships that meet HSBC Innovation Banking's high-risk business categories and geographies, and perform reviews of existing clients and prospects, undertaking financial crime risk assessments, including business and country of interest reviews.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and respond to reputational risk considerations from the FLOD and support Relationship Managers with completion and presentation of reputational risk and client selection committee papers
  • Assist clients/prospects to ensure compliance with HSBC Innovation Banking's financial crime and reputational risk
  • Escalate issues in a timely manner for review and resolution in relation to financial crime, including knowledge of SAR escalation
  • Assist with internal ongoing due diligence review escalations regarding client matters covering financial crime and reputational risk considerations
  • Work closely with UKFC to seek advice on complex global financial crime matters and serve as the FLOD escalation point of contact for financial crimes activity

Requirements

We are looking for someone with good knowledge of financial crime legislation, including Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Terrorist Financing, and Sanctions. You should have solid experience related to financial crime compliance risk management processes and a good working knowledge of financial crime and/or fraud prevention within the UK regulatory environment.

What We Offer

We offer a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to flex between home and the office. Our home office is located in Finsbury Square, London. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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