Support the MLRO: assist in developing and maintaining AFC policies, procedures, and controls and provide oversight on AFC compliance matters
Ensure timely submission of regulatory reports and responses and submit Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the NCA when required
Engage with regulators and authorities including the FCA and NCA and collaborate with law enforcement in AML investigations
Participate in compliance risk assessments and contribute to AML policy development and implementation
Monitor and evaluate processes and procedures to align with the company's risk management framework and utilise data to assess effectiveness of controls
Draft internal reports (Management Information for Group Financial Crime Committee, Business-Wide Risk Assessment, regular management meeting packs)
Contribute to development and delivery of training materials and oversight of business-wide training completion
Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to facilitate communication and cooperation in AFC compliance matters
Keep abreast of changes in AML laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance
Requirements
Proven experience in a similar role (DMLRO, Compliance Officer, or related compliance position)
Experience within financial services or fintech
Proven experience in compliance-related risk assessment (Business-Wide Risk Assessment and Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment)
Strong experience in control testing projects or quality assurance controls
Familiarity with FCA reporting requirements and timely, accurate submissions
Experience supporting an MLRO and handling AML investigations and SARs
Knowledge of Anti-Financial Crime/AML laws and regulations
Experience drafting governance and management reports