Financial Crime Manager

Goodman Masson Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable compliance firm is seeking a Financial Crime Manager to oversee complex financial crime risks and provide KYC advisory. The role involves supporting regulatory compliance, investigating fraud, and advising on risk assessments. Candidates should have a strong background in financial crime advisory within regulated financial services and excellent communication skills. The position is based in London with a permanent contract, offering collaboration in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial crime advisory, ideally including KYC escalations.
• Experience in a regulated financial services environment like insurance or banking.
• Solid understanding of AML/CTF regulations and sanctions.

Responsibilities

• Review and advise on escalated KYC, CDD and EDD cases.
• Support investigations into suspected fraud across pensions and mortgages.
• Assist in producing dashboards and regular updates for senior management.

Skills

Financial crime advisory

KYC escalations

Risk assessments

Fraud exposure

Communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

Financial Crime Manager — Location: London • Working Model: 4 days per week in office • Department: Compliance • Reports to: Operational Effectiveness & Controls Lead • Role Type: Permanent • Direct Reports: None • SMCR Classification: Conduct Rules Staff

Responsibilities

• KYC Escalations & Advisory

  • Review and advise on escalated KYC, CDD and EDD cases, including higher-risk customers, complex structures and exceptions.

  • Support front-line teams by providing clear, risk-based guidance on due diligence requirements and financial crime concerns.

  • Act as a subject matter expert for KYC issues, ensuring decisions align with the firm’s financial crime risk appetite.

• Financial Crime & Fraud Investigations

  • Support investigations into suspected fraud across pensions and mortgage-related activity.

  • Assess fraud risk indicators and work with internal teams to ensure timely escalation and resolution.

  • Liaise with relevant internal stakeholders to manage and document investigations effectively.

• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

  • Support AML/CTF, sanctions and fraud regulatory reporting obligations.

  • Assist in producing dashboards, MI and regular updates for senior management, including contributions to the Compliance control effectiveness framework.

  • Monitor regulatory change and support the implementation of new or updated requirements.

• Risk Assessments & Oversight

  • Conduct financial crime risk assessments across insurance, asset and mortgage business lines.

  • Evaluate exposure to money laundering, sanctions breaches and fraud risk, recommending enhancements to controls.

  • Support horizon scanning for emerging financial crime risks.

• Surveillance & Monitoring

  • Support financial crime-related surveillance activities, including the review of alerts generated by monitoring systems.

  • Document decisions and ensure escalations are handled in accordance with internal standards.

• General Responsibilities (Compliance Function)

  • Promote a strong compliance and conduct culture across the organisation.

  • Act in line with Consumer Duty by ensuring customer outcomes are central to decision-making.

  • Maintain awareness of regulatory developments and proactively support forward-looking compliance planning.

  • Contribute to Compliance risk management processes, controls and governance.

  • Maintain competence through ongoing professional development and adherence to Conduct Rules.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong experience in financial crime advisory, ideally including KYC escalations, risk assessments and fraud exposure.

• Experience working in a regulated financial services environment (insurance, pensions, banking or asset management).

• Solid understanding of AML/CTF regulations, sanctions, JMLSG guidance and conduct rules.

• Comfortable making independent, risk-based decisions with limited escalation.

• Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to assess complex information quickly.

• Excellent communication skills with confidence advising senior stakeholders.

• Team-player mindset, collaborative approach and commitment to high ethical standards.