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Experis; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis, a large global financial services brand, seeks an experienced Compliance/AML professional focused on Third Party Due Diligence. Based in Sussex, the role is hybrid (3 days onsite) and Inside IR35, with responsibility for due diligence on prospective and existing partners.

You will coordinate with Compliance and Financial Crime experts, conduct risk-based assessments, ensure timely documentation, and communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Customer Due Diligence or Compliance within regulated financial services environments.
• Understanding of FATF/JMLSG guidelines and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in client due diligence procedures, sanctions screening and monitoring.
• Ability to evidence activities, decision making and risk considerations for regulatory purposes.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate due diligence for prospective partners and coordinate with business development.
• Execute regular due diligence refreshes for existing partners based on risk level.
• Assess risk and recommend mitigation steps as needed.
• Coordinate with Compliance and Financial Crime SMEs for timely input.
• Maintain clear, timely partner communications and accurate documentation to meet deadlines.

Skills

CDD/Compliance

Regulatory frameworks

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Influencing without authority

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

LexisNexis

Bankers Almanac

Dow Jones

CAMS

ICA

Job description

My client a large global financial services brand is looking for an experienced Compliance/AML professional with a strong background in Due Diligence. The role is hybrid (3 days onsite) and based in Sussex. The role is Inside IR35

PBS Manager - Third Party Payment Partner (3PPP) Due Diligence Operations

The role of Manager, 3PPP Due Diligence Operations based in the South East will be responsible for ensuring that both prospective and existing partners are subject to the required level of due diligence. The principal responsibilities of this position include:

• Facilitating the due diligence process for prospective partners liaising closely with business development teams to ensure consistency and conduct quality checks.
• Executing accurate and regular due diligence refreshes for existing partners based on frequencies defined as per the risk level of each partner.
• Assessing the risk of prospect/partner based on DD information provided and recommending risk mitigation steps as needed.
• Coordinating with subject matter experts such as Compliance and Financial Crime subject matter experts to ensure timely input from all relevant stakeholders.
• Proactively engaging closely with partners to ensure right level of documentation and timely/accurate responses to follow-ups.
• Ensure partner communications are clearly and simply written, detailing exactly what is required, by when, and the consequences for non- adherence. Ensure internal communications to Partner Managers are always clear.

Minimum Qualifications:

Extensive experience in Customer Due Diligence or Compliance within regulated financial services environments

Strong understanding of critical due diligence methodologies, industry guidelines (FATF, JMLSG) and applicable regulatory frameworks

Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficient in client due diligence procedures, sanctions screening and monitoring.

Ability to diligently capture and evidence the activities undertaken, decision making and rationale for such decisions, considering relevant regulatory, compliance and reputational risks.

Must be results oriented, and self-driven, able to operate in a fast-paced environment within the GMNS business

Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyse information, identify risk triggers, and evaluate risk pillars effectively

Strong communication skills with ability to influence without authority, experience creating presentations using PowerPoint and ability to clearly communicate complex concepts in verbal and written form.

Proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to strict deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

University Degree or equivalent

Familiarity with tools like LexisNexis Bankers Almanac and Dow Jones

CAMS, ICA or equivalent certifications