Head of Financial Crime – Digital Assets & Currencies

HSBC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a Head of Financial Crime in London to lead a team focusing on Digital Assets and Currencies. The role involves advising on financial crime risks, setting policies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in financial crime within the financial services sector and possess strong leadership skills. The position supports hybrid working, reflecting the bank's commitment to flexible work environments.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in financial crime in a global firm.
• Comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements.
• Proven leadership and influencing skills.
• Extensive knowledge of financial crime risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Leading a global team of financial crime risk stewards.
• Providing advice on Digital Assets and Currencies.
• Setting policy and guiding businesses on financial crime risks.
• Ensuring compliance with laws and internal codes.

Skills

Financial crime risk management

Regulatory compliance

Strategic leadership

Digital Assets and Currencies expertise

Team leadership

Education

Experience in financial crime as a regulator or senior manager

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Job description

A leading global bank is seeking a Head of Financial Crime in London to lead a team focusing on Digital Assets and Currencies. The role involves advising on financial crime risks, setting policies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in financial crime within the financial services sector and possess strong leadership skills. The position supports hybrid working, reflecting the bank's commitment to flexible work environments.