Financial Crime Advisory Manager

RBC Brewin Dolphin; Saint Helier; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Brewin Dolphin in Jersey is seeking a Financial Crime Advisory Manager to lead AML and financial crime compliance efforts, including acting as DMLRO when required.

You will partner with MLCO/MLROs, oversee onboarding controls, and provide practical AML guidance to clients and colleagues, while keeping policies updated and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Extensive AML compliance experience with ability to draft and deliver training.
• Strong knowledge of Jersey AML regulations and local regulatory framework.
• Proven ability to work with limited supervision and cross-unit coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for concise reports.
• Solid knowledge of company IT systems and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Act as Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO) and provide ongoing support to the MLCO and MLROs in monitoring compliance with AML and CTF legislation in Jersey
• Monitor the effectiveness of outsourced AML activity and support investigations related to suspicious activity or ad hoc requests
• Support the MLROs in drafting board and management reports for review by Head of AML CI, and collaborate with AML team members to maintain efficient onboarding processes
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for businesses regarding AML queries and requests, providing sound, clear and practical advice
• Support the maintenance of AML local policies, procedures, and risk assessments; work with businesses to ensure AML controls are recorded and maintained
• Collaborate with CI AML team members on second line controls and oversight, and with other compliance colleagues to drive continuous improvement of processes
• Escalate issues appropriately to senior management, Head of AML CI, or Head of AML Europe & Asia as required
• Keep abreast of regulatory and legislative changes through attending lectures, seminars and training courses, and support enterprise-wide compliance initiatives

Skills

AML compliance

Jersey regulatory framework

Cross-unit cooperation

Communication skills

IT systems & MS Office

Education

Degree qualification (numerical focus)

CAMS

Diploma in AML

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What is the opportunity?

You will be a Financial Crime Advisory Manager, providing expert AML and financial crime compliance support. You will act as Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO) as required, leading compliance initiatives and maintaining our robust financial crime controls framework.

This is a permanent, full-time role with 4 days in the office - perfect for someone who thrives in a flexible, relationship-driven environment.

What will you do?

• Act as Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO) and provide ongoing support to the MLCO and MLROs in monitoring compliance with AML and CTF legislation in Jersey
• Monitor the effectiveness of outsourced AML activity and support investigations related to suspicious activity or ad hoc requests
• Support the MLROs in drafting board and management reports for review by Head of AML CI, and collaborate with AML team members to maintain efficient onboarding processes
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for businesses regarding AML queries and requests, providing sound, clear and practical advice
• Support the maintenance of AML local policies, procedures, and risk assessments; work with businesses to ensure AML controls are recorded and maintained
• Collaborate with CI AML team members on second line controls and oversight, and with other compliance colleagues to drive continuous improvement of processes
• Escalate issues appropriately to senior management, Head of AML CI, or Head of AML Europe & Asia as required
• Keep abreast of regulatory and legislative changes through attending lectures, seminars and training courses, and support enterprise-wide compliance initiatives

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Extensive experience in AML compliance, including assessment of financial crime factors and ability to draft and deliver training
• Demonstrable background in the Jersey AML regulatory framework with robust knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Proven ability to work with limited direct supervision, demonstrate initiative, and support effective cross-unit cooperation and information sharing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to generate concise, analytical reports
• Sound working knowledge of Company IT systems and Microsoft Office Products

Nice-to-have

• Degree qualification ideally with a numerical focus (e.g., business)
• Recognised relevant professional qualification (e.g., CAMS, Diploma in AML)
• Strategic and analytical mindset with experience in financial crime risk assessment and compliance programme design

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best—progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Programme including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training programme in financial services

Address

GASPÉ HOUSE, 66-72 ESPLANADE:SAINT HELIER

City

Saint Helier

Country

Jersey

Work hours/week

36.25

Employment Type

Full time

Platform

GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT

Job Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salaried

Job Skills

Anti-Money Laundering Compliance, Business Perspective, Communication, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Management Reporting, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Personal Initiative, Process Management, Strategic Thinking, Teamwork

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.