Deputy MLRO

3 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Columbia Threadneedle Investments Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

Support the MLRO in managing the Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) framework across the firm's UK and EMEA operations. Act as the deputy point of contact for regulatory matters and ensure robust controls for AML, sanctions, anti-bribery & corruption, and fraud risk management. Provide oversight, advice, and challenge to the business to maintain compliance with UK and EU regulations.

How you'll spend your time...

Financial Crime Oversight Assist in maintaining and enhancing AML, sanctions, anti-bribery & corruption, and fraud policies and procedures. Support risk assessments and control testing across business lines. Oversee transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and escalation of suspicious activity.

Regulatory Engagement Act as deputy liaison with UK regulators (FCA) and other relevant authorities. Prepare and review regulatory reports, including SARs, ensuring timely submission. Comment on regulatory development and guidance and provide insight to Head Office and the first line on regulatory focus and activities.

Monitoring & Reporting Monitor FCP compliance arrangements, industry developments and liaison with the Business lines to ensure the implementation of appropriate controls to mitigate the risk of the use of the firm's systems for financial crime. Provide oversight of relevant Operating Group's policies and procedures through ongoing monitoring.

Advisory & Governance Provide subject matter expertise on AML, sanctions, bribery & corruption, and fraud. Advise on new products, services, and distribution channels from a financial crime perspective.

Training & Awareness Deliver training and guidance to staff on financial crime risks and regulatory obligations.

Deputising Act as MLRO delegate when required, ensuring continuity of responsibilities.

To be successful in this role you will have...

Strong knowledge of UK and EU AML regulations, FCA requirements, and asset management industry best practice.

Expertise in AML, sanctions, anti-bribery & corruption, and fraud.

Experience in financial crime frameworks, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting.

Ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide effective challenge.

Financial Crime expertise gained in the Asset Management industry.

Professional qualifications (e.g., ICA Diploma in AML or Financial Crime) preferred.

About Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.

We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,500 people working together. Our expertise is diverse with more than 650 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements.

Columbia Threadneedle is a people business and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that supports the diversity of our employees and reflects our broader communities and client-base.

We appreciate that work-life balance is an important factor for many when considering their next move so please discuss any flexible working requirements directly with your recruiter.

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