Director of Financial Crime & Fraud Operations — Equity

OakNorth; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK bank is seeking a Director of Fraud and Financial Crime Operations to lead strategic initiatives in fraud prevention and compliance. This role, based in Manchester, will oversee teams and ensure that financial crime risk management meets regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in the field and strong leadership skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to shape the future of financial crime operations.

Benefits

Equity options

25 days holiday

Subsidised Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Wellbeing and social events

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Deep familiarity with UK business current account features and associated financial crime risks.
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in financial crime risk management.
• Proven experience managing VISA debit disputes and chargebacks.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the first line strategy for fraud and AML.
• Oversee risk controls across UK business accounts.
• Lead teams across Manchester and India.

Skills

Financial crime risk management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Fraud prevention strategies

Stakeholder engagement

Analytics

Education

10+ years in financial crime risk management

Job description

A prominent UK bank is seeking a Director of Fraud and Financial Crime Operations to lead strategic initiatives in fraud prevention and compliance. This role, based in Manchester, will oversee teams and ensure that financial crime risk management meets regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in the field and strong leadership skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to shape the future of financial crime operations.