Fraud Manager

Financial Crime Team Leader
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Initially 3 months - with a view to extend a further 6-9 months
Remote working (potential travel to Manchester)
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Crime Team Leader to oversee our financial crime compliance operations. The successful candidate will lead a team of analysts responsible for detecting, preventing, and reporting financial crimes, including fraud, money laundering, and terrorist financing. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and extensive knowledge of financial crime regulations and best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of financial crime analysts, ensuring high performance and continuous professional growth.
Allocate resources effectively to meet departmental goals and service level agreements.
Conduct regular team meetings to review performance, discuss updates, and address any challenges.
Operational Oversight:
Oversee the daily operations of the financial crime team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
Monitor and analyze trends in financial crime to develop and implement effective detection and prevention strategies.
Ensure all suspicious activity reports (SARs) and other regulatory filings are completed accurately and promptly.
Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:
Ensure the team's activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Stay updated on changes in financial crime regulations and best practices, and communicate these to the team.
Work closely with the compliance department to align financial crime strategies with overall compliance goals.
Risk Management:
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with financial crime activities.
Develop and maintain robust internal controls to prevent financial crime.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure the effectiveness of financial crime controls.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and law enforcement agencies.
Represent the financial crime team in meetings and on committees, providing insights and recommendations.
Collaborate with other departments to enhance the overall financial crime prevention framework.
Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare and present regular reports on financial crime activities, trends, and team performance to senior management.
Utilize data analytics to identify patterns and improve the detection of financial crime.
Recommend enhancements to systems and processes based on analytical findings.
Qualifications:
In-depth knowledge of financial crime regulations, including AML, KYC, and CTF.
Strong analytical skills and experience with financial crime detection tools and systems.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Personal Attributes:
High ethical standards and integrity.
Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.