Anti-financial Crime Associate

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Anti-Financial Crime Associate to join our EMEA Compliance team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. Based in London and reporting to the Head of Anti-Financial Crime, this role is critical in supporting the ongoing development and execution of TP ICAP’s Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) Framework across the region.

Role Responsibilities- Assist the Head of AFC and Senior Associate in day-to-day oversight and execution of key controls.- Review Customer Due Diligence (CDD) escalations and queries from the Client Onboarding (COB) team; perform quality control reviews of onboarding and periodic review cases.- Perform AML and CDD control testing operated by the First Line of Defence to ensure effectiveness and adherence to standards.- Help design and roll out new controls in high-risk areas such as Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Sanctions, and Transaction Monitoring.- Provide expert support and practical guidance to the First Line, including assisting with procedures and training on AML/CFT expectations.- Contribute to the production of monthly, annual, and ad-hoc AFC Management Information for senior stakeholders.- Review and respond to queries related to Gifts & Entertainment in line with policy.- Support the operation and oversight of sanctions controls to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory obligations.-
- Collaborate on cross-functional AFC or regulatory initiatives as needed.

Experience / Competences

Essential- Proven knowledge of UK Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and Financial Crime risk management principles.- Prior experience working in Wholesale Financial Markets, preferably in an AFC or Compliance function.-
- Experience conducting quality control reviews, control testing, or internal audits relating to financial crime.- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including the ability to explain complex regulatory requirements.- High attention to detail, well-organised, with a proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving.- Confident handling of sensitive or complex Gifts & Entertainment or Sanctions issues.- Collaborative team player with a mindset of continuous improvement and professional integrity.

Desired- Experience supporting or implementing controls in areas such as Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Sanctions, and/or Transaction Monitoring.- Familiarity with preparing Management Information (MI) and performance metrics for AFC oversight.- Background in providing training or guidance to the First Line of Defence or operational teams.- Exposure to ad-hoc projects or change initiatives with a financial crime focus.- Working knowledge of systems such as Fircosoft, WorldCheck, or similar screening tools.- Relevant qualifications (e.g., ICA Diploma in AML, ACAMS certification) or a willingness to work toward one.

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Location

UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London