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Our client a wholesale bank is seeking for a MLRO and Compliance Deputy Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. A unique and exciting hands-on Compliance and MLRO role (SMF16, SMF17) leading all activities relating to AML/CTF and compliance within a UK Bank supporting the Banks senior management.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:.
* Research and understand changes in regulation
* Develop policies internally relating to AML in the company and oversee the implementation of those policies
* Work to develop AML guidance materials, training resources, and controls
* Update internal handbook on AML policies
* Advise senior management of any likely implications of changes to internal policies
* Implement the annual AML plan and perform the relevant quality assurance checks to ensure adherence
* Conduct due diligence reviews
* Report results of reviews of AML risk assessments and monitor remedial proceedings
* Identify, investigate, and resolve all activities that are deemed noncompliant.
* Plan AML training sessions
* Provide advice on the implication of future business strategies
* Act as a subject matter expert for the business and point of reference to address related queries
* Compile reports for the board and Management.
* Address issues relating to transaction monitoring, filtering, and sanctions
* Handle the preparation work and management of inspections by the regulator
* Develop and update internal procedures
* Oversight of all compliance issues
The candidate must have a strong background in Financial Services, an in-depth knowledge and understanding of;
* patterns and methods of Money Laundering.
* AML/CTF regulations.
* be confident and concise in communication with a proven organisational ability.
* and be solution oriented possessing the capability to present at management meetings.
* Legal experience in loan documentation will be a distinct advantage