Financial Crime Officer - Assistant Manager

Sterling Williams are working alongside a fantastic international Bank based in the heart of the City, they are seeking a Financial Crime Officer on a permanent basis.

Purpose of the role

The purpose of this role is to help manage regulatory Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) risks, including those related to Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules and regulations, money laundering, terrorist financing (TF), economic sanctions (ES), and bribery and corruption (ABAC). This is achieved by advising, monitoring, and investigating adherence to relevant laws, regulatory rules, and industry standards.

The job holder will perform investigations and enhancement projects, providing AML advisory support to the London Branch, particularly for Fund Finance, Global Securities Leading Solutions (GSLS), and the Dealing Room. The role also involves supporting the development of policies and procedures to help business units understand their clients, conduct appropriate due diligence, and prevent, detect and report potentially suspicious activities.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Planning and Compliance Program Development - Assist in conducting routine financial crime quarterly monitoring and ad hoc audits to ensure ongoing adherence to internal and external compliance standards.
• Advisory and Stakeholder Support - Provide day-to-day guidance and advisory support to the Front Office, Operations, and other functions on the applying of AML framework and policies.
• Transaction Monitoring and Client Due Diligence (CDD) - Support the operation of AML and sanctions systems, including transaction monitoring, screening, and conducting initial analysis of flagged activities.
• Reporting and Documentation - Prepare compliance reports and perform data analysis to assist senior management in identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Project and Initiative Implementation - Assist in implementation of compliance projects, including updates to processes, regulatory reforms, and industry best practices, under the guidance of senior compliance staff.