Senior Financial Crime Compliance Officer

Citrus Recruit are excited to be working with a global organisation to recruit for an experienced Senior Financial Crime Compliance Officer.

We are looking for an experienced compliance professional with a strong background in the second line of defence, particularly Thriving in a role where you can lead, influence, and make decisions within a robust regulatory framework?

The Employer is a leading global Specialty Insurer, and you will be joining their Monitoring & Assurance Compliance team based in Bridgend, responsible for oversight and monitoring of global transactions.

Responsibilities & day to day duties
As a Senior Financial Crime Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Lead the delivery of our Financial Crime Monitoring & Assurance Framework across all key risk areas: AML/CTF, Sanctions, ABC, Fraud, Market Abuse, and Licensing.
• Make informed, independent decisions in line with established frameworks and regulatory expectations.
• Manage and develop a small team of compliance professionals, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Conduct and oversee monitoring activities, peer reviews, and assurance reporting to senior stakeholders and committees.
• Use data analytics to enhance insights and improve the quality of compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with business units to ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations.

Skills & experience required

• Proven experience in a second line of defence role within the reinsurance or banking sector.
• Line management experience of a small team with a track record of developing people.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, risk-based approach.
• Experience in compliance monitoring, assurance, and regulatory reporting.
• A collaborative mindset with the confidence to make decisions and challenge where necessary.

Benefits package

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid working 3 days office 2 WFM
• Non-contributory pension scheme
• Funded private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Wellbeing allowance
• Free on-site parking

Why Apply? You’ll become part of a collaborative, ambitious, and growing organisation that values integrity and innovation. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment to advance your career in financial crime compliance.

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