Senior Compliance & MLRO Lead – UK Banking

Compliance Professionals; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance institution is seeking a seasoned compliance professional to take on the Senior Manager function (SMF16/SMF17) in London. The role involves ensuring compliance with UK regulations, leading interactions with regulatory bodies like the FCA, and developing policies to align with compliance objectives. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in banking compliance, ideally within Private Banking or wealth management, and a strong background with AML and financial crime management. This position offers a pivotal role in maintaining regulatory integrity and governance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in UK Banking compliance, ideally in Private Banking or wealth management.
• Familiarity with FCA and PRA regulations is essential.
• Experience in a senior compliance role is required.

Responsibilities

• Act as SMF16 and SMF17 under the FCA Senior Managers Regime.
• Lead engagement with UK regulators and law enforcement.
• Oversee compliance and financial crime frameworks across the UK and Group entities.
• Conduct assurance reviews and provide guidance on regulatory compliance.

Skills

UK Banking compliance

Regulatory engagement

Risk assessment

AML knowledge

Financial crime management

Training and compliance culture promotion

Experience with FCA and PRA

Job description

A leading finance institution is seeking a seasoned compliance professional to take on the Senior Manager function (SMF16/SMF17) in London. The role involves ensuring compliance with UK regulations, leading interactions with regulatory bodies like the FCA, and developing policies to align with compliance objectives. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in banking compliance, ideally within Private Banking or wealth management, and a strong background with AML and financial crime management. This position offers a pivotal role in maintaining regulatory integrity and governance.