Senior AML Manager

Job Title: Senior AML Manager

Reference: AJB JB AML 01

Location: CANARY WHARF-LONDON

Assignment Profile:
Our client is a well regarded financial institution based in Canary Wharf. They are seeking to employ an experience AML/Compliance professional. As a senior member of the Financial Crime Team (FCT) you will work with the Head of the FCT and the MLRO to ensure that the requisite controls and procedures are in place in accordance with the FSA’s statutory objective. 

Other areas of responsibility will include; 

Undertake monitoring for the proactive identification of potentially suspicious transactions

 Assist in the further development of the Actimize surveillance monitoring tool (consideration of new models, liaison with IT & Project Management in the implementation & testing of new models and engaging with clients on the roll out of the Actimize product)

Investigate Actimize alerts (potentially suspicious activity) escalated by other FCT members (clearing such hits after suitable investigation or escalating as an incident for further review – see below)

Assist in the further development of the Choicepoint sanctions monitoring

Investigate Choicepoint / sanctions hits escalated by other FCT members (clearing such hits after suitable investigation or escalating as an incident for further

Assist in the compilation and maintenance of the company internal watch-lists

Candidate Profile:
The successful candidate will have at least seven years relevant experience working in financial services (principally AML related) and detailed knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and JMLSG Guidance

Knowledge of UK Treasury & OFAC sanctions

Knowledge of the rules & regulations of FSA and LSE

General awareness of company law and the Financial Services & Markets Act and

Appreciation of the mechanics & workings of the law enforcement agencies & courts

Experience in managing and developing staff

Can analyze existing & proposed legislation to determine impact on the firm and recommend appropriate response

Can analyze business queries as they relate to AML issues and provide practical alternatives / solutions

Good presentation and communication skills;

Excellent project management, interpersonal and analytical skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines;

Ability to work independently and in a team environment;

Strong work ethic; and Foreign language fluency a plus

Consultant: Jonathan Banjo

Consultant Email: jbanjo@ajbexecutivesearch.co.uk

Salary: Circa £60-70,000 Plus Benefits

If you feel you are a suitable candidate for this position please contact Jonathan Banjo.