Senior Financial Crime Compliance Manager - Africa Market Expert

Job description

Overview

The position of Senior Financial Crime Compliance Manager - Africa Market Expert is an important part of our Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) team in the UK, with a specific focus on clients with connections to the African market.

Key tasks

• Conducting and reviewing due diligence measures for new and existing customers, with a focus on connections to the African market.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in the area of financial crime to ensure that robust controls are in place.
• Preparation of clear, comprehensive written analyses and risk assessments for senior management, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with Client Relationship Officers (CROs) and senior management to resolve issues and achieve satisfactory outcomes.
• Providing expertise and advice to improve the regulatory framework for financial crime compliance.
• Supporting and mentoring junior analysts to promote their professional development.
• Participation in investigations in the area of financial crime and support for project work as required.
• Advising first line of defense (LOD) functions on issues related to KYC and financial crime risks.
• Updating knowledge of relevant regulations, rules, and best practices in the industry.
• Support in reviewing and updating departmental procedures and promoting process improvements.
• Ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Supporting the Head of Financial Crime Advisory, Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO), and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) as needed.

Requirements

• At least seven years of experience in financial crime compliance, preferably in a private bank or similar financial institution.
• Deep understanding of the legal and regulatory framework for KYC, AML, sanctions, tax evasion/avoidance, and terrorist financing.
• Strong expertise in risks and typologies in the area of financial crime, particularly in Africa; experience with clients from sub-Saharan Africa is an advantage.
• Proven ability to produce clear, accurate, and regulatory-compliant reports on customer risks.
• Strong analytical skills and investigative mind, with the ability to synthesize information from various sources and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex results to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to create professional documents and reports.
• A relevant qualification in the field of financial crime (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) is an advantage.
• Language skills in the African region are an advantage.

Personal skills

• Passion for research and problem solving.
• Ability to work autonomously, take responsibility, and deliver results.
• Strong team player with leadership skills; ability to mentor and support colleagues.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently when necessary.
• Demonstrate sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy in all communications.

Further expectations

• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with market and regulatory developments.
• Compliance with the Individual Accountability (IA) Framework and completion of annual Conduct Rules training.
• Maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct, treating customers fairly, and acting in their best interests.
• Line managers must be competent in identifying and escalating suspected violations in accordance with bank policy.

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