Director of Fraud and Financial Crime (MLRO)

Director of Fraud and Financial Crime (MLRO)

Location: UK (Hybrid Working) - £130,000

Are you ready to lead in a fast-paced, innovative challenger bank? This is your chance to shape the future of financial crime and fraud prevention in a business undergoing significant transformation. With direct access to senior decision-makers across three Board and Risk committees, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

This is more than a leadership role; it’s a chance to drive meaningful change in a forward-thinking organization. With hybrid working, direct exposure to senior leaders, and the autonomy to shape a critical function, you’ll be at the heart of a bank that’s redefining financial services

The Role

As the Director of Financial Crime and Fraud, you’ll take full ownership of protecting the bank and its customers from financial crime risks, with equal emphasis on fraud prevention. Key responsibilities include:

• Creating and enhancing a comprehensive framework to combat financial crime and fraud, ensuring the bank remains resilient as its product portfolio expands.
• Leading and motivating a team of specialists, setting clear goals, and driving operational excellence in investigations.
• Overseeing AML compliance and ensuring the business meets all regulatory requirements with robust oversight.
• Designing and implementing fraud prevention strategies that adapt to emerging threats and trends.
• Managing and optimizing customer screening and transaction monitoring systems to identify and mitigate risks effectively.
• Developing bespoke training programs to equip employees with the skills needed to safeguard the business and its customers.
• Staying ahead of regulatory changes and ensuring policies are updated to reflect the latest requirements.
• Providing regular reports to senior leadership and board committees, delivering actionable insights on financial crime and fraud activity.
• Investigating high-profile and sensitive cases, ensuring swift resolution and compliance with procedures.
• Building strong relationships with external stakeholders, including law enforcement and industry bodies, to anticipate and address emerging threats.

Why Join Us?

If you’re a seasoned expert in both financial crime and fraud prevention, ready to lead in a transformative environment then send your CV to jim.chappell@interquestgroup.com