Head of Financial Crime driving transformation in financial crime operations for Tandem Bank, a UK digital bank. Leading compliance and risk management while managing a high-performing team.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the transformation of Financial Crime operations to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and agility.
Develop and execute a strategic vision for Financial Crime operations, aligned with the Bank's objectives.
Develop and implement robust financial crime risk management strategies, policies, and procedures.
Monitor and assess financial crime risks associated with secured and unsecured lending and savings accounts.
Ensure compliance with all relevant UK and international regulatory requirements, including AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) regulations.
Stay up-to-date with evolving financial crime laws and regulations and adapt the bank's policies accordingly.
Build and lead a high-performing team of financial crime professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Oversee the investigation of suspicious financial activities and transactions, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
Prepare and submit timely reports to regulatory authorities and senior management.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the Financial Crime operations team.
Identify opportunities to enhance processes, streamline operations, and improve the effectiveness of financial crime prevention measures.
Implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including second-line risk and compliance teams.
Requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders effectively.
A strategic mindset, with the ability to drive change and transformation within the organisation.
High ethical standards and integrity, along with a commitment to upholding the bank's reputation and customer trust.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Resilience and adaptability in the face of evolving challenges.
Commitment to fostering a culture of ethics and integrity within the team and the organisation.
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., ICA Diploma, CAMS, CFE) is preferred.
Proven experience in a leadership role in Financial Crime operations, with a strong background in secured and unsecured lending and savings accounts.
Demonstrated experience in leading and managing teams, with a track record of achieving operational excellence.
In-depth knowledge of UK and international financial crime regulations and best practices.
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday
An additional day off for a ‘celebration day’ including, but not limited to, birthdays, weddings, religious holidays, graduations etc
Buy or sell up to 5 days holiday a year
Healthcare cash plan through Westfield Health worth a minimum of £750 per year
Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme and a free helmet
Salary sacrifice Pension contribution*, 4% employee contributions matched with 4% Tandem contribution (*Subject to salary eligibility)
Smart Tech scheme (buy goods with 0% interest)
10% discount on solar panels
Tandem Hub for treats, cash back and discounts on UK retailers
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