Deputy Head of Financial Crime Operations – 10 Month FTC

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Deputy Head of Financial Crime Operations for a 10-month FTC in Cardiff. This role involves supporting the Head of Financial Crime, acting as a subject matter expert, and improving risk management processes. With a competitive salary and a strong benefits package, including generous pension contributions and private medical insurance, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a leading financial services organization. Join a team committed to inclusivity and innovation, and help enhance the lives of millions.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Generous pension contributions

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

25+ days holiday

Family leave benefits

Electric car scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing-focused office spaces

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Financial Crime regulations.
• Hands-on operational financial crime experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Financial Crime with operational work.
• Act as a subject matter expert for Screening and Due Diligence teams.

Skills

Financial Crime regulations

Operational financial crime experience

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Process improvement

Job description

Job Title:

Deputy Head of Financial Crime Operations – 10 Month FTC, Cardiff

Client:

Legal & General

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

6a598681f93f

Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We’re recruiting for a Deputy Head of Financial Crime Operations to join us on a 10-month FTC. We’re offering a competitive base salary and strong benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Head of Financial Crime with operational BAU work and project work
• Acting as a subject matter expert, supporting and guiding the Screening and Enhanced Due Diligence teams
• Producing management information and representing the Financial Crime Operations team at various meetings
• Providing advice and guidance to improve risk management
• Testing systems and processes for improvements

Company Description:

Helping over ten million people manage their savings, retirement plans, and life insurance, Legal & General provides essential support services across various functions, both in the UK and overseas. We aim to enable our employees to excel and improve our customers’ lives.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of Financial Crime regulations
• Hands-on operational financial crime experience
• Experience in an insurer, bank, or financial services firm
• Stakeholder management skills
• Problem-solving skills and process improvement experience

Benefits:

• Participation in performance-related bonus and share schemes
• Generous pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Holiday entitlement: at least 25 days plus public holidays, increasing after 2 years
• Family leave benefits
• Electric car scheme
• Employee discounts
• Modern, wellbeing-focused office spaces

Additional Information:

Legal & General is recognized as a leading financial services organization, committed to inclusivity, innovation, and societal impact. We promote flexible working arrangements and value diverse backgrounds and experiences. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion, focusing on your strengths and potential.

We look forward to hearing from you!