Financial Intelligence Assistant Manager

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Intelligence Assistant Manager to oversee KYC and Fraud Teams. The role requires significant experience in KYC/AML within banking and offers a competitive salary along with hybrid working options. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership and analytical skills, and is familiar with UK regulatory frameworks. Join a purpose-driven work culture that values inclusion.

Benefits

Six weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent employer pension contributions

Wide range of development opportunities

Purpose-driven work

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in KYC/AML/Fraud roles within banking.
• Strong leadership skills in a high-pressure setting.
• Excellent understanding of AML/CTF frameworks and regulatory guidance.
• Familiarity with UK onboarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the KYC and Fraud Team.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for KYC/AML/Fraud matters.
• Support the Financial Intelligence Manager with resource planning.
• Serve as the key escalation point for the onboarding team.

Skills

KYC/AML/Fraud expertise

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Professional qualification in AML (e.g. ICA Diploma)

Job description

Financial Intelligence Assistant Manager

Job Title: Financial Intelligence Assistant Manager

Location: Mid Kent - Hybrid working pattern

Salary: Up to GBP47,200 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Full-time, permanent - 9am - 5pm

We are seeking a talented and motivated Financial Intelligence Assistant Manager to support the ongoing growth and development of our Financial Intelligence team.

This is a key position within the Financial Intelligence Team, providing daily oversight of the KYC and Fraud Teams, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and optimal team performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction for the KYC and Fraud Team, ensuring work is prioritised, accurate and completed to a high standard and on time
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for all KYC/AML/Fraud matters across our client
• Support the Financial Intelligence Manager with resource planning, process improvement, and regulatory adherence
• Serve as the key escalation point for the onboarding team, advising on complex due diligence cases and high-risk customer assessments
• Present recommendations for onboarding high-risk clients to the High Risk Customer Committee (HRCC)
• Ensure AML/KYC procedures and standards remain aligned with the latest regulations and internal policies
• Build effective working relationships with internal departments including Operations, Legal, and MLRO

Essential requirements:

• Significant experience in KYC/AML/Fraud roles within banking, ideally in a retail or corporate environment
• Strong leadership skills, including direct line management in a high-pressure setting
• Professional qualification in AML (e.g. ICA Diploma) or willingness to study
• Excellent understanding of AML/CTF frameworks and relevant regulatory guidance (e.g. JMLSG)
• Familiarity with UK onboarding procedures, EDD, and PEP/Sanctions screening
• Proven ability to identify process improvements and implement effective solutions
• Strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills

What s in it for you:

• Salary: Up to GBP47,277 (depending on experience)
• Holiday: Six weeks plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office
• Pension: Excellent employer contribution options
• Learning & Development: Wide range of development opportunities
• Purpose-driven work: Help support meaningful financial initiatives in delivering their impact
• Inclusive culture: We re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer

Interviews are to be held immediately, so please apply today for immediate consideration!

This role is being handled by Anna Sikora, Recruitment Consultant at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.