Head of Financial Crime & MLRO — Hybrid Leadership

Secure Trust Bank PLC; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Financial Crime leader to join as Head of Financial Crime and MLRO. The role involves setting strategy, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in financial crime risk management and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a range of flexible benefits within an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Share save plan

Flexible benefits

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in financial crime risk management at senior level.
• Strong knowledge of UK AML and CTF regulations.
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the Financial Crime team to deliver strategic objectives.
• Oversee the Financial Crime Risk Framework and governance.
• Act as MLRO with oversight of subsidiary companies.
• Provide expert advice to the Board and regulators.

Skills

Financial crime risk management

Engaging senior stakeholders

Understanding of UK AML and CTF regulations

Influencing senior leaders

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Financial Crime leader to join as Head of Financial Crime and MLRO. The role involves setting strategy, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in financial crime risk management and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a range of flexible benefits within an inclusive culture.