Senior AML & Financial Crime Risk Lead (UK)

PayPal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fintech leader in the City of London seeks a highly experienced professional in financial crime prevention to develop strategic risk management policies and oversee compliance with UK regulations. This role requires over 10 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, as well as the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will influence decision-making, lead enhancements to financial crime policies, and help foster a strong compliance culture across the organization.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Employee share options

Health and life insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience in Financial Crime.
• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory requirements (FCA Handbook, SYSC).
• Experience working with regulators and supporting regulatory audits.

Responsibilities

• Establish overall business or technical strategy for risk management.
• Influence decision-making through strategic risk assessments.
• Monitor and analyze risk exposure to align with objectives.
• Lead enhancements to financial crime policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

ACAMs or ICA graduate diploma in AML or Financial Crime Risk

Job description

A global fintech leader in the City of London seeks a highly experienced professional in financial crime prevention to develop strategic risk management policies and oversee compliance with UK regulations. This role requires over 10 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, as well as the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will influence decision-making, lead enhancements to financial crime policies, and help foster a strong compliance culture across the organization.