Strategic Leader, Financial Crime Strategy & Ops

American Express; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services company is seeking a professional to lead initiatives in financial crime management within their Brighton location. The role involves collaborating with multiple teams to identify and mitigate risks, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide assurance for policy development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial crime, risk assessment, and be skilled in strategic thinking and collaboration. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Flexible working model

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in financial crime and/or regulatory change management.
• Proven experience with regulatory reporting and risk control design.
• Collaborative team player influencing without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to identify and mitigate financial crime risks.
• Monitor and respond to emerging financial crime risks.
• Work with business and compliance teams for regulatory adherence.
• Provide assurance for policy development aligned with regulations.

Skills

Financial crime management

Regulatory change management

Risk assessment

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

A global financial services company is seeking a professional to lead initiatives in financial crime management within their Brighton location. The role involves collaborating with multiple teams to identify and mitigate risks, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide assurance for policy development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial crime, risk assessment, and be skilled in strategic thinking and collaboration. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive wellness programs.