Deputy MLRO Role - Banking

We are representing a prestigious bank in their search for a Deputy MLRO. This critical role involves the development and implementation of robust systems, procedures, and controls to meet compliance objectives and regulatory requirements, aiding the bank in continually enhancing its performance in these areas.

• Develop and maintain an up-to-date understanding of relevant financial crime regulatory rules, anti-money laundering legislation, and applicable statutes.
• Develop, embed, and manage appropriate controls, policies, and procedures to manage financial crime risk across the bank.
• Oversee the bank’s transaction monitoring and sanctions screening activities.
• Provide ongoing training to all staff to maintain awareness and understanding of their responsibilities in detecting and preventing financial crime.
• Manage, train, and develop the Financial Crime Prevention Team.
• Advise business units on regulatory changes affecting Money Laundering Regulations and Financial Crime Prevention.
• Develop and implement monitoring programmes to demonstrate compliance with key regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated with regulatory and legislative developments, assessing implications for the bank and ensuring necessary changes are implemented.
• Cooperate fully with law enforcement authorities under relevant legislation.
• Deliver reliable management information on AML/KYC issues to senior management.
• Facilitate effective knowledge sharing and engagement with other parts of the Group on financial crime prevention issues.
• Work with the MLRO to manage SARs disclosures and communicate with relevant authorities.
• Deputise for the MLRO and Nominated Officer as required.

• Thorough knowledge of financial crime regulatory rules, anti-money laundering legislation, and related statutes.
• Proven experience in financial crime risk management within a banking environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Ability to undertake complex projects and assignments as directed by management.
• Experience in preparing financial crime risk assessments and reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and knowledgeable team environment.

To apply for the Deputy MLRO position, please submit your CV.