Financial Crime Compliance Advisory Manager

Barclays Bank Plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution is seeking a Senior KYC Advisor in London. This role involves providing high-level advisory services and ensuring compliance with UK regulatory requirements. Candidates should have extensive experience in financial crime advisory and in-depth knowledge of AML legislation. The position offers a hybrid working model, with three days onsite and two days remote, in a fast-paced environment that demands adaptability and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Paid holiday entitlement

24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme

Access to lifestyle and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a Financial Crime advisory role within a UK or global financial institution.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK KYC requirements and AML legislation.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality AML risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior‑level KYC advisory to the business.
• Conduct compliance oversight and 'check and challenge' on business decisions.
• Manage and resolve complex cases and escalations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of UK KYC requirements

Job description

As a senior member of the KYC Advisory team, you will provide critical oversight, challenge, and advisory services on complex compliance matters. You will be responsible for ensuring that the bank operates in full compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical responsibilities. You will handle the most complex cases and escalations, providing expert guidance and technical advice. This role is perfect for someone who has held a similar position at another large, well-known bank and is ready to take on a significant and challenging responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior‑level KYC advisory to the business.
• Conduct compliance oversight and "check and challenge" on business decisions.
• Manage and resolve complex cases and escalations.
• Ensure strong anti‑money laundering (AML) risk management for a sophisticated client base.
• Advise on adherence to UK regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Essential Requirements

• Extensive experience in a Financial Crime advisory role within a UK or global financial institution.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK KYC requirements as they apply to Corporate and Investment Bank clients.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK AML legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• A proven track record of delivering high‑quality AML risk management.

Desired Skills

• Exceptional stakeholder management and the ability to influence senior management and peers.
• Skilful coordination across a wide range of stakeholders to gather feedback and drive change.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to deliver clear and meaningful advice.

Hybrid Working Model

On‑site in London three days a week with remote work on the remaining days. Fast‑paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities. Hands‑on, autonomous role with no direct reports. Candidates must be adaptable, confident, and able to contribute immediately.

Contractor Benefits (via Randstad Sourceright)

• Paid holiday entitlement
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to lifestyle and retail discounts

About Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank, operating across retail banking, payments, and top‑tier corporate and investment banking. We’re driven by our mission to help people achieve their ambitions – in the right way.

Values

• Integrity
• Service Excellence
• Stewardship

These values guide everything we do – for our clients, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our culture and how we operate.

Hybrid Working

This role follows Barclays’ hybrid working model: 3 days on‑site in London, with remote work on remaining days.