Financial Crime Manager

Financial Crime Manager MUFG Pension & Market Services – Leeds, UK (Hybrid) Overview The Financial Crime Manager will join the Risk & Compliance team in our stunning Leeds office on a hybrid basis, meaning you need to be within commutable distance to ensure you can be in the office each week with the team. The team engages and delivers an effective AML / financial crime and core compliance culture within the business through risk‑based compliance monitoring, providing advice and guidance on AML / financial crime core compliance issues and developments and ensuring that the business is operating in a compliant manner. You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in MUFG Pension & Market Services and will be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple teams and countries. Benefits 26 days annual leave, plus a wellbeing day, a volunteer day, bank holidays and the opportunity to buy up to 5 days’ extra each year Health, wellbeing and lifestyle rewards tailored to support you and your family (Employee Assistance Programme, discounts on retail and socialising, travel and technology, cycle2work scheme, gym and fitness subscriptions, Car Salary Sacrifice scheme, Employee recognition programme) Company Pension Scheme, Medical insurance, Life Assurance, Paid Maternity, Paternity, Adoption Leave, Shared Parental Leave What you need Minimum of 3 years’ experience in AML compliance working within the FCA or HMRC regulatory framework Proficient understanding of how to carry out (and / or assess) due diligence Sound understanding and working knowledge of AML / financial crime / sanctions / regulatory requirements Relevant qualification (or willingness to study) e.g. ICA Diploma in AML Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships and communicate verbally and in writing with all levels across the organisation and externally Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to embedding a ‘right first time’ culture and leading by example Detailed understanding of the business and its impact on wider business partners to promote proactive working Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion when performing duties, maintaining trust, respect and cooperation of the business at all times Ability to work with full autonomy whilst being aware of escalation to senior stakeholders, critiquing performance and acknowledging strengths and areas for development Demonstrable ability to solve problems, think and act strategically, looking past symptoms and determining underlying cause of issues Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with excellent report writing and time management skills Demonstrable candour and integrity, with ability to communicate information and viewpoints in an open, truthful, constructive and respectful way, whilst disseminating information to groups of people (formal presentations) Day to Day Ensure the business complies with all Anti‑Money Laundering, Financial Crime, Sanctions and Terrorist Financing etc requirements, as well as any other wider core compliance legislation / regulation across the European region on an ongoing basis Create and maintain a compliance culture within the business, both for the benefits it gives and the long‑term commercial benefits that flow from running the business ethically Be the subject matter expert in Financial Crime tasks and deputise for the MLRO as required, including by attending any Governance Forums Act as the focal point of expertise for the business on AML, Financial Crime, Sanctions, Fraud and other areas as advised by the MLRO, dealing with queries and ensuring that any updates from the FCA / HMRC / HMT and other relevant regulatory bodies are actively monitored, assessed and embedded into the business Design, evolve and deliver an ongoing Financial Crime oversight and assurance plan to ensure the money laundering policies, financial crime, sanctions and terrorist financing policies and procedures are being complied with Maintain the relevant internal policies and risk assessments to ensure they are up to date, fit for purpose and cover all relevant parts of the business Ensure that all Fraud investigations are reported to the appropriate authorities, overseeing maintenance of the Fraud register and act as a focal point within the business for all Fraud related queries Provide coaching and guidance to other members of the team, ensuring that work is delivered to plan Complete and submit to the MLRO comprehensive reports and applicable notices and business changes in a timely and accurate manner Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs. Location Leeds, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid) #J-18808-Ljbffr