Location: London, UK – Hybrid Working
Role Overview
As the MLRO, you will lead this International Retail Bank’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Financial Crime (FC) strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding the Bank from financial crime risks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain AML/CTF frameworks, policies, and controls.
- Advise senior management on AML/FC regulations and ensure compliance.
- Oversee transaction monitoring, identifying and reporting unusual activity.
- Act as the primary contact with the NCA and relevant agencies on AML matters.
- Prepare and present the annual MLRO report and manage SAR submissions.
- Ensure AML training across the Bank and adherence to sanctions screening tools.
- Fulfil statutory obligations under SMF 17 and participate in the Executive Risk Committee.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering, or Financial Crime Prevention (or equivalent).
- 10+ years in compliance or financial crime roles, ideally with SMF17 experience or readiness for an approved person role.
- Retail banking background
- Strong understanding of UK regulatory requirements and retail banking operations.
- In-depth knowledge of AML/CTF regulations and financial services compliance.
- Proven ability to monitor regulatory changes and guide internal teams.
- Strong ethical standards aligned with the FCA’s Senior Managers Regime.
