Compliance & Financial Crime

Salary: 28,000 per annum
Location: Harrow Branch (Fully Office-Based)

We are seeking a Senior Associate - SARs to join our Legal & Compliance team on an 11-month fixed-term contract. This is a key role supporting the Deputy Manager, Legal & Compliance, in ensuring robust oversight of financial crime controls across the organisation.

You will play a central part in the investigation and reporting of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), transaction monitoring, and second-line compliance reviews covering AML, KYC, Sanctions, ABC, Fraud, and Market Abuse. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional with strong analytical skills and attention to detail, seeking to deepen their expertise in financial crime prevention.

• Conduct SAR investigations within prescribed timelines, ensuring accurate and efficient reporting to the MLRO.

• Prepare high-quality SAR reports and submit disclosures to the National Crime Agency after MLRO sign-off.

• Ensure compliance with the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, Money Laundering Regulations, and JMLSG guidance.

• Monitor system-generated alerts, investigate unusual patterns, and escalate findings appropriately.

• Perform compliance oversight reviews across business and support functions, following up on action plans and recommendations.

• Support in compiling Management Information (MI) and presenting updates to the Legal & Compliance Committee.

• Assist in the review and development of compliance policies and procedures.

• Contribute to ad-hoc compliance and financial crime projects, including internal audits and regulatory action plans.

• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory environment and the financial services sector.

• Working knowledge of financial crime controls including AML, KYC, sanctions, and fraud prevention.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and evaluate complex data sets.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Confident written and verbal communicator.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• A team player who is proactive, adaptable, and able to support colleagues as required.

• Self-starter with a curiosity to learn and take ownership of assigned tasks.

• Retail Branches and Operations

• Corporate Services and Support Departments

• IT, Accounts, and Compliance Teams

• Head Office (India) and external third-party vendors

• Contract Type: 11-Month Fixed-Term Contract

• Salary: 28,000 per annum

• Location: Harrow Branch (Fully Office-Based)