Senior AML & Sanctions Compliance Lead

Capital One Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Restaurant in office

Learning Loft

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

25 days annual leave

Funding for external qualifications up

Job summary

Capital One UK in Nottingham seeks a Principal Associate in Financial Crime to drive our AML work programme and lead a delivery team. You will mentor investigators, define clear standards, and ensure timely, accurate reporting while updating policies to keep them practical and effective.

You will work in a hybrid setup with three office days (Tue-Thu) and two work-from-home days, focusing on audits, CDD processes, and continuous improvement to strengthen controls.

Qualifications

• Experience leading financial crime investigations in high-volume lending environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK Money Laundering Regulations and related acts.
• Proven ability to document decisions and produce high-quality SARs.
• Commitment to continuous professional development with ICA/ACAMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor first-line investigators within the Financial Crime Delivery Team.
• Define and uphold standards for AML work and reporting.
• Develop training and capability within the team to improve SAR quality.
• Ensure AML projects and reports are delivered accurately and on time.
• Update policies, procedures, and annual training to be practical.

Skills

Financial crime investigations

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Capital One UK in Nottingham seeks a Principal Associate in Financial Crime to drive our AML work programme and lead a delivery team. You will mentor investigators, define clear standards, and ensure timely, accurate reporting while updating policies to keep them practical and effective.

You will work in a hybrid setup with three office days (Tue-Thu) and two work-from-home days, focusing on audits, CDD processes, and continuous improvement to strengthen controls.