Financial Crime - Junior Executive

Forvis Mazars; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services network is seeking a passionate Junior Financial Crime Professional to support regulatory reviews, compliance investigations, and various financial crime tasks. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a commitment to self-development. This role offers diverse experience and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Coaching and mentorship

Diverse experiences with prestigious clients

Qualifications

• Critical thinking, research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to self-development and learning.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support firms with regulatory reviews and compliance investigations.
• Perform gap analyses of financial crime risks.
• Assist in the design and delivery of training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Proactiveness

Education

Strong academic performance

Job description

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12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Would you like to be an integral part of a fast-growing, agile, and dynamic financial crime team?

Forvis Mazars is looking for a passionate junior financial crime professional at the start of their career to join our Financial Crime (“FC”) team, where you will focus on providing support to both regulated (Financial Services) and non-regulated firms across various areas, including:

• Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), and Proliferation Financing (PF)
• Sanctions
• Bribery & Corruption
• Tax Evasion
• Market Abuse

Role & Responsibilities

You will work alongside a diverse and experienced team, with your personal development at the forefront of our culture. This is an exciting role with career progression and professional development opportunities, working on high-profile financial crime engagements, gaining experience across sectors, and developing diverse skill sets.

Our typical assignments include:

• Supporting firms with regulatory reviews including Skilled Person Reviews (s166).
• Sanctions compliance reviews and investigations.
• Assessing financial crime frameworks (policies, procedures, controls).
• Designing and delivering Financial Crime Business Wide Risk Assessments (BWRA).
• Customer Risk Assessment model design, testing, and implementation.
• Operational effectiveness testing of financial crime controls.
• Designing and assuring financial crime compliance and remediation programs.
• Assessing and redesigning financial crime operating models.
• Designing, delivering, and assessing financial crime training.

As a Junior Executive, you will assist with and learn about various tasks, including:

• Performing gap analyses of an organization's approach to financial crime risks.
• Supporting fact-finding interviews for financial crime assignments.
• Assessing financial crime frameworks.
• Helping design and deliver client training.
• Undertaking quantitative analysis for reports and evidence.
• Researching and collating information.
• Preparing tables, charts, and report elements.
• Supporting project operations and planning.
• Preparing draft deliverables and assisting in presentations.
• Contributing to non-chargeable activities like client proposals, event coordination, networking, article writing, and technology opportunities.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

The FC team is renowned for high-quality work, driven by individuals committed to excellence. Our team members demonstrate:

• Analytical skills—critical thinking, research, problem-solving.
• Proactiveness and enthusiasm.
• Interpersonal skills—building trust-based relationships.
• Effective communication—written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to self-development and learning.
• Drive and dedication to growth.
• Professionalism and ethical conduct.
• Alignment with our values of respect, diversity, and integrity.

Strong academic performance is valued, but we also consider your overall experiences and growth. Our recruitment process balances academic results with aptitude assessments to ensure success in the role.

Learning & Development

We provide diverse experiences with prestigious clients, early responsibility, coaching, mentorship, and support to help you define and achieve your career goals. You will be paired with a People Manager and a buddy to support your integration and development during your first year.

Most importantly, we empower our people with tools and support to realize their potential and contribute meaningfully. Our inclusive culture ensures everyone feels supported and valued. Please contact us to discuss any accessibility or support needs during your application process.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand with offices in over 100 countries. We are committed to providing exceptional client service in audit, assurance, tax, and advisory services, with a focus on sustainability and responsible business practices.

We are a diverse, inclusive, and dynamic team that values ownership, teamwork, agility, and innovation. We support our people to succeed and make an impact, fostering a culture of inclusion and personal growth. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities and are committed to accessible recruitment processes.