Financial Crime Threat Intelligence & MI Analyst

Yorkshire Building Society; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Bradford is seeking a Financial Crime Threat Intelligence & MI Analyst. The successful candidate will leverage intelligence and data analysis to combat financial crime threats while maturing the intelligence function within the company. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments and producing actionable intelligence for senior leaders. The role offers flexible working, competitive holiday allowance, and attractive benefits including a pension contribution and medical insurance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

On-target bonus up to 15%

Pension contribution up to 11%

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven background in financial crime intelligence and risk management.
• Experience developing or applying financial crime risk models.
• Strong understanding of financial services operations.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to financial crimes.
• Deliver actionable intelligence reports for operational teams.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Advanced analytical skills

Understanding of financial crime regulations

Tools

Excel

SQL

SAS

Power BI

Python

Job description

Overview

As a Financial Crime Threat Intelligence & MI Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in protecting YBS from financial crime threats. You will use intelligence, data analysis, and investigative techniques to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to fraud, money laundering, and other financial crimes. You will play a key role in maturing the financial crime intelligence function, embedding intelligence‑led decision‑making across the business. Stay ahead of the financial crime landscape by monitoring emerging risks, typologies, and regulatory changes using both external intelligence and internal data. Lead risk assessments to prioritise threats and ensure alignment with the organisation's financial crime strategy. Use analytical tools (Excel, SQL, SAS) to uncover anomalies, detect suspicious patterns, and proactively identify threats. Deliver clear, actionable intelligence reports that inform senior leaders and operational teams, supporting compliance and strong governance. Build strong partnerships across internal teams and with regulators, law enforcement, and industry bodies to enhance the organisation's financial crime response. Represent the organisation in industry forums and intelligence‑sharing networks, promoting best practice and staying ahead of evolving threats.

Responsibilities

Use intelligence, data analysis, and investigative techniques to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to fraud, money laundering, and other financial crimes. Deliver clear, actionable intelligence reports that inform senior leaders and operational teams, supporting compliance and strong governance.

Qualifications

Proven background in financial crime intelligence and risk management. Strong understanding of financial crime regulations and industry standards. Proactive mindset with a problem‑solving approach to financial crime challenges. Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, SQL, SAS, Power BI, Python, or similar. Experience developing or applying financial crime risk models. Understanding of financial services or building society operations.

Benefits

• Flexible working options without unsocial hours, allowing you to finish early for appointments or fit studies and hobbies around your working hours.
• Holiday: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
• On‑target bonus of 7 % of eligible pay, with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum of 15 %.
• Pension: Contribution up to 11 % into your YBS pension.
• Health and wellbeing: Private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
• Access to a self‑service benefits portal with a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.