Strategic Data & Regulatory Partnerships Director

SmartSearch; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday rising to 30

Private Medical Insurance

Company pension scheme

Life Assurance – 4x salary

1 day paid volunteering

Enhanced maternity/paternity

Job summary

SmartSearch is looking for a Head of Strategic Data & Regulatory Partnerships to shape regulatory frameworks and manage high-value data partnerships within the AML/KYC domain. This strategic role involves engaging with regulators, negotiating commercial terms with data providers, and ensuring compliance with financial crime regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in AML/KYC and possess strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and a company pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven network with government and regulatory bodies.
• Experience in AML/KYC and strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of UK data governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with UK regulators to shape financial crime frameworks.
• Source and manage relationships with data providers.
• Drive internal alignment on regulatory and data strategy.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

SmartSearch is looking for a Head of Strategic Data & Regulatory Partnerships to shape regulatory frameworks and manage high-value data partnerships within the AML/KYC domain. This strategic role involves engaging with regulators, negotiating commercial terms with data providers, and ensuring compliance with financial crime regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in AML/KYC and possess strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and a company pension scheme.