UK AML Operations Leader

Mesh-AI Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company in Manchester seeks an experienced leader for their AML Operations team. You will manage and develop a team of analysts, ensuring compliance with UK regulations while driving process improvements. The role requires a strong background in financial crime operations and experience in KYC and SAR processes. Enjoy a hybrid working model, an employee development budget, and generous benefits. Join the mission to improve financial services for everyone.

Benefits

Employee Development Budget of £1,700

Breakfast, snacks, and fresh fruit available

Hybrid working model

28 days + Bank Holidays annual leave

Birthday leave and gift voucher

Company stakeholder pension with minimum 5% employer contribution

Annual retreats and team building events

Qualifications

• Experience managing AML/financial crime operational teams in a UK FCA-regulated institution.
• Hands-on management of end-to-end Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) process.
• Proven ability to implement change processes and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead team of AML analysts, setting clear goals and supporting development.
• Oversee daily AML operations, ensuring compliance and quality execution.
• Identify and mitigate financial crime risks effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, law, or related discipline

Relevant professional certification (e.g. CAMS, ICA Diploma)

Tools

KYC tools

Sanctions screening tools

Transaction monitoring platforms

Job description

A leading FinTech company in Manchester seeks an experienced leader for their AML Operations team. You will manage and develop a team of analysts, ensuring compliance with UK regulations while driving process improvements. The role requires a strong background in financial crime operations and experience in KYC and SAR processes. Enjoy a hybrid working model, an employee development budget, and generous benefits. Join the mission to improve financial services for everyone.