AFC Lead: Financial Crime Risk & Controls

Aberdeen; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Wealth & Investments group in Edinburgh is looking for an Anti-Financial Crime Lead. This role focuses on risk identification and control within the Global Anti-Financial Crime function. Responsibilities include leading investigations, overseeing risk assessment frameworks, and coordinating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in anti-financial crime, risk management, and strong analytical skills. A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace is also emphasized.

Benefits

40 days’ annual leave

16% employer pension contribution

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Private healthcare

Flexible benefits including gym discounts

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in leading Financial Crime Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessments.
• Demonstrated capability in leading investigations and managing suspicious activity reporting.
• Strong experience designing and embedding financial crime risk and control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain the AFC Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment framework.
• Act as the UK Nominated Officer for financial crime investigations.
• Manage system enhancements, user access controls, and data integrity.

Skills

Extensive experience in anti-financial crime

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

A leading Wealth & Investments group in Edinburgh is looking for an Anti-Financial Crime Lead. This role focuses on risk identification and control within the Global Anti-Financial Crime function. Responsibilities include leading investigations, overseeing risk assessment frameworks, and coordinating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in anti-financial crime, risk management, and strong analytical skills. A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace is also emphasized.