Key Responsibilities - Financial Crime Compliance Lead the financial crime function, ensuring timely and consistent support across the team. Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and market abuse. Support the MLRO with suspicious activity reports (SARs), regulatory questionnaires, and audits. Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures accordingly. Review and approve high risk clients and matters prior to MLRO escalation. Maintain up to date financial crime policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Deliver training and share knowledge across offices. Attend relevant industry events and share insights with the team. Line manage the AML Manager; support recruitment and team performance. Review and enhance AML systems and processes as needed. General Compliance Advise on broader compliance issues, including conflicts, confidentiality, client terms, and regulatory requirements. Deliver compliance induction training for new legal and professional staff. Assist with periodic file reviews and provide team cover during absences. Requirements Qualified lawyer (3+ years PQE) with compliance or regulatory experience in a legal environment. In depth understanding of UK financial crime legislation and SRA regulations. Strong advisory background in AML and compliance matters across jurisdictions. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with platforms like iManage or Intapp is a plus. Proven leadership experience; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. Apply now! For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Ria Deboise on / If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable, then please let us know. We offer a generous reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website. RedLaw acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role and strive to make our recruitment process accessible and accommodating to everyone. Our goal is to help our client law firms build teams that reflect the diversity of their communities and customers, creating inclusive environments where all employees feel valued and respected. By applying for this role you consent for your personal information to be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
Dec 14, 2025
Full time
Key Responsibilities - Financial Crime Compliance Lead the financial crime function, ensuring timely and consistent support across the team. Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and market abuse. Support the MLRO with suspicious activity reports (SARs), regulatory questionnaires, and audits. Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures accordingly. Review and approve high risk clients and matters prior to MLRO escalation. Maintain up to date financial crime policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Deliver training and share knowledge across offices. Attend relevant industry events and share insights with the team. Line manage the AML Manager; support recruitment and team performance. Review and enhance AML systems and processes as needed. General Compliance Advise on broader compliance issues, including conflicts, confidentiality, client terms, and regulatory requirements. Deliver compliance induction training for new legal and professional staff. Assist with periodic file reviews and provide team cover during absences. Requirements Qualified lawyer (3+ years PQE) with compliance or regulatory experience in a legal environment. In depth understanding of UK financial crime legislation and SRA regulations. Strong advisory background in AML and compliance matters across jurisdictions. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with platforms like iManage or Intapp is a plus. Proven leadership experience; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. Apply now! For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Ria Deboise on / If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable, then please let us know. We offer a generous reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website. RedLaw acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role and strive to make our recruitment process accessible and accommodating to everyone. Our goal is to help our client law firms build teams that reflect the diversity of their communities and customers, creating inclusive environments where all employees feel valued and respected. By applying for this role you consent for your personal information to be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
Compliance Officer - Bank Our Client is looking to recruit a Compliance Officer with at least 3 years experience of working within Compliance from the banking industry. To promote and manage the culture and practice of regulatory compliance and ethical standards conduct across London Bank Branch To ensure the effectiveness of the Financial Crime Prevention framework with particular emphasis on AML/CTF and Sanctions Compliance To be a SME for regulatory compliance and Financial crime matters to the London Bank Branch staff To support the Head of Compliance in the management of compliance and regulatory risks, including liaison with the Regulator's Financial Intelligence Authority and any other regulatory and law enforcement bodies. Responsibilities Perform on going transaction monitoring, on higher risk rated clients at an agreed frequency, as and when required To escalating suspicious or ambiguous transactions to supervisor/Manager or Head of Compliance for a review or decision Perform Compliance Review on respective business units on periodic basis, as per Compliance Review plan endorsed by Senior Management team Perform Control Effective Testing (CET) on selected key business areas, especially areas that poses higher risk in Compliance and/or AML Ensure all control gaps are identified and addressed, closed to mitigate any potential risks. Assist Head of Compliance with Compliance/Anti-Money Laundering advisory to business team, when required Identify potential AML & Compliance process or policy improvements and communicate findings and recommendation to quality assurance management team Provide guidance and training, where required on areas of improvement Perform on going validation of monitoring strategies to ensure appropriate AML and Compliance governance and control Conduct timely follow up on pending outstanding issues to ensure proper resolution and issue closure Draft, validate and submit reports to regulators on FinCrime and Compliance matters Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in any discipline (Accounting/Finance/Business/Economics/Financial Engineering/Law) would be of added advantage Certification in AML/FCC or Compliance 2-3 years of experience of relevant banking/AML compliance in established bank / financial institutions Technical/Functional skills In-depth knowledge of AML compliance function, including the related/applicable rules and regulations The required understanding of the business/business units and it's operations. Advance knowledge of MS Office especially MS Excel, MS Powerpoint etc. Personal skills (Soft Competencies Core/Leadership ) Personal integrity and ethics. Good judgment in enabling the provision of sound advice on regulation and practice, proactive management of compliance and regulatory risks. Good presentation and influencing skills, required in guiding and assisting teams in putting forward proposals for clients, whenever necessary. Effective managerial skill as a point of reference for the subordinates. The salary for this position is £45K - £50K plus Benefits. The Client is based in Central London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Compliance Officer - Bank Our Client is looking to recruit a Compliance Officer with at least 3 years experience of working within Compliance from the banking industry. To promote and manage the culture and practice of regulatory compliance and ethical standards conduct across London Bank Branch To ensure the effectiveness of the Financial Crime Prevention framework with particular emphasis on AML/CTF and Sanctions Compliance To be a SME for regulatory compliance and Financial crime matters to the London Bank Branch staff To support the Head of Compliance in the management of compliance and regulatory risks, including liaison with the Regulator's Financial Intelligence Authority and any other regulatory and law enforcement bodies. Responsibilities Perform on going transaction monitoring, on higher risk rated clients at an agreed frequency, as and when required To escalating suspicious or ambiguous transactions to supervisor/Manager or Head of Compliance for a review or decision Perform Compliance Review on respective business units on periodic basis, as per Compliance Review plan endorsed by Senior Management team Perform Control Effective Testing (CET) on selected key business areas, especially areas that poses higher risk in Compliance and/or AML Ensure all control gaps are identified and addressed, closed to mitigate any potential risks. Assist Head of Compliance with Compliance/Anti-Money Laundering advisory to business team, when required Identify potential AML & Compliance process or policy improvements and communicate findings and recommendation to quality assurance management team Provide guidance and training, where required on areas of improvement Perform on going validation of monitoring strategies to ensure appropriate AML and Compliance governance and control Conduct timely follow up on pending outstanding issues to ensure proper resolution and issue closure Draft, validate and submit reports to regulators on FinCrime and Compliance matters Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in any discipline (Accounting/Finance/Business/Economics/Financial Engineering/Law) would be of added advantage Certification in AML/FCC or Compliance 2-3 years of experience of relevant banking/AML compliance in established bank / financial institutions Technical/Functional skills In-depth knowledge of AML compliance function, including the related/applicable rules and regulations The required understanding of the business/business units and it's operations. Advance knowledge of MS Office especially MS Excel, MS Powerpoint etc. Personal skills (Soft Competencies Core/Leadership ) Personal integrity and ethics. Good judgment in enabling the provision of sound advice on regulation and practice, proactive management of compliance and regulatory risks. Good presentation and influencing skills, required in guiding and assisting teams in putting forward proposals for clients, whenever necessary. Effective managerial skill as a point of reference for the subordinates. The salary for this position is £45K - £50K plus Benefits. The Client is based in Central London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.
Senior Manager, Support Group Compliance Our Compliance team provides advisory support to Macquarie's operations, technology, finance and business services teams. We cover a broad range of activities supported by our functions, including transaction reporting, outsourcing, operational resilience and client money matters. The team supports UK and EU based entities and interacts with trading businesses, treasury, service functions and senior management. We are a small specialist group operating within a wider compliance and non financial risk function. While Macquarie offers hybrid working for many of our roles, this role does require 3 days a week in our advertised location. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? You will join our Compliance team, offering expert advisory support on regulatory matters to our operations, technology, finance and business services teams. Your responsibilities include handling day to day queries, supporting project or regulatory change initiatives, and escalating matters to senior management or regulators as needed. You will work closely with a variety of stakeholders across trading businesses, treasury, service functions and senior leadership, ensuring ongoing compliance with UK and EU regulations. The role involves providing subject matter expertise in areas such as transaction reporting, outsourcing, operational resilience and client money activities. What you offer Experience in compliance advisory, ideally with a focus on transaction reporting regimes such as MiFID, EMIR, SFTR or REMIT Knowledge of outsourcing, operational resilience or client money regulation Ability to provide compliance advice in meetings and respond to written queries from business teams or regulators Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to financial services operations in the UK and EU Proven experience supporting regulatory change and providing ongoing advice on requirements such as DORA; Effective communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels Experience working within a compliance or non financial risk function At least five years' compliance experience We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What we offer At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave. 26 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services Recognition and service awards Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role Reimbursement for work from home equipment About the Risk Management Group Our Risk Management Group works as an independent, and centralised function, responsible for independent and objective review and challenge, oversight, monitoring and reporting in relation to Macquarie's material risks. We are a global team that aims to manage the risks of today and anticipate the risks of tomorrow. Our divisions include compliance, credit, financial crime risk, market risk, operational risk, aggregate risk and prudential, and central. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Senior Manager, Support Group Compliance Our Compliance team provides advisory support to Macquarie's operations, technology, finance and business services teams. We cover a broad range of activities supported by our functions, including transaction reporting, outsourcing, operational resilience and client money matters. The team supports UK and EU based entities and interacts with trading businesses, treasury, service functions and senior management. We are a small specialist group operating within a wider compliance and non financial risk function. While Macquarie offers hybrid working for many of our roles, this role does require 3 days a week in our advertised location. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? You will join our Compliance team, offering expert advisory support on regulatory matters to our operations, technology, finance and business services teams. Your responsibilities include handling day to day queries, supporting project or regulatory change initiatives, and escalating matters to senior management or regulators as needed. You will work closely with a variety of stakeholders across trading businesses, treasury, service functions and senior leadership, ensuring ongoing compliance with UK and EU regulations. The role involves providing subject matter expertise in areas such as transaction reporting, outsourcing, operational resilience and client money activities. What you offer Experience in compliance advisory, ideally with a focus on transaction reporting regimes such as MiFID, EMIR, SFTR or REMIT Knowledge of outsourcing, operational resilience or client money regulation Ability to provide compliance advice in meetings and respond to written queries from business teams or regulators Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to financial services operations in the UK and EU Proven experience supporting regulatory change and providing ongoing advice on requirements such as DORA; Effective communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels Experience working within a compliance or non financial risk function At least five years' compliance experience We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What we offer At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave. 26 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services Recognition and service awards Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role Reimbursement for work from home equipment About the Risk Management Group Our Risk Management Group works as an independent, and centralised function, responsible for independent and objective review and challenge, oversight, monitoring and reporting in relation to Macquarie's material risks. We are a global team that aims to manage the risks of today and anticipate the risks of tomorrow. Our divisions include compliance, credit, financial crime risk, market risk, operational risk, aggregate risk and prudential, and central. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.
Head of Financial Crime, CIB Digital Assets & Currencies - Risk and Compliance Some careers open more doors than others. If you're looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. Our Risk and Compliance function has a critical role to play in supporting, challenging and advising across all areas of the business through establishing policy, monitoring profiles, and identifying and managing forward looking risk and compliance. We focus on creating an environment that encourages our people to speak up and do the right thing, as well as protecting our customers, the organisation and the integrity of the financial markets in which we operate. Already an industry leader in many respects, we want to continue setting standards and evolving to respond to strategic changes. As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. We are seeking a Financial Crime expert in Digital Assets & Currencies for the role of Head of Financial Crime, CIB Digital Assets & Currencies. The Financial Crime (FC) Function acts as the Second Line of Defence (LOD), comprising 'Risk Stewards' independent of the Group's commercial risk taking activities (First LOD or FLOD). The FC Function implements critical controls using intelligence, analytics, technology, detection, and investigation. Risk Stewards review and challenge FLOD activities to ensure effective management of FC risks, including fraud, money laundering, bribery, sanctions violations, terrorist financing, proliferation financing, export control violations, and tax evasion. The FC Function adheres to HSBC Group's Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities Leading a global team of financial crime risk stewards, providing advice on Digital Assets and Currencies. Offering subject matter expertise to set policy and guide businesses on financial crime risks, including high risk activities such as bribery & corruption, money laundering, sanctions, export controls, proliferation and terrorist finance, fraud, and tax evasion. Articulating risk appetite and policies for Digital Assets and Currencies. Acting as a trusted advisor and challenging FLOD as a risk steward. Ensuring compliance with external laws, internal codes, policies, and market practices. Representing the financial crime risk agenda in governance levels, including participation in the Corporate and Institutional Banking Financial Crime ExCo and relevant committees. Driving policy implementation, issue management, fostering a compliance culture, and optimising relations with risk and control owners. Maintaining effective relationships with global, regional, and local stakeholders. Influencing the operational effectiveness of the team. Qualifications Significant experience in financial crime as a regulator, investigator, or senior manager within a global firm in the financial services industry. Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in financial services, with a background in Financial Crime risk management advisory. Proven strategic leadership and influencing skills, applicable beyond your direct span of control. Extensive knowledge of financial crime risk frameworks and execution, with expertise in Digital Assets & Currencies. A background or deep understanding of operational risk is highly desirable. Experience in creating, leading, and motivating a team. The base location for this role is London - Hybrid working. You'll achieve more when you join HSBC. Opening up a world of opportunity. Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you'd like to apply for one of our roles and need adjustments made, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk. Email: Telephone:
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Head of Financial Crime, CIB Digital Assets & Currencies - Risk and Compliance Some careers open more doors than others. If you're looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. Our Risk and Compliance function has a critical role to play in supporting, challenging and advising across all areas of the business through establishing policy, monitoring profiles, and identifying and managing forward looking risk and compliance. We focus on creating an environment that encourages our people to speak up and do the right thing, as well as protecting our customers, the organisation and the integrity of the financial markets in which we operate. Already an industry leader in many respects, we want to continue setting standards and evolving to respond to strategic changes. As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. We are seeking a Financial Crime expert in Digital Assets & Currencies for the role of Head of Financial Crime, CIB Digital Assets & Currencies. The Financial Crime (FC) Function acts as the Second Line of Defence (LOD), comprising 'Risk Stewards' independent of the Group's commercial risk taking activities (First LOD or FLOD). The FC Function implements critical controls using intelligence, analytics, technology, detection, and investigation. Risk Stewards review and challenge FLOD activities to ensure effective management of FC risks, including fraud, money laundering, bribery, sanctions violations, terrorist financing, proliferation financing, export control violations, and tax evasion. The FC Function adheres to HSBC Group's Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities Leading a global team of financial crime risk stewards, providing advice on Digital Assets and Currencies. Offering subject matter expertise to set policy and guide businesses on financial crime risks, including high risk activities such as bribery & corruption, money laundering, sanctions, export controls, proliferation and terrorist finance, fraud, and tax evasion. Articulating risk appetite and policies for Digital Assets and Currencies. Acting as a trusted advisor and challenging FLOD as a risk steward. Ensuring compliance with external laws, internal codes, policies, and market practices. Representing the financial crime risk agenda in governance levels, including participation in the Corporate and Institutional Banking Financial Crime ExCo and relevant committees. Driving policy implementation, issue management, fostering a compliance culture, and optimising relations with risk and control owners. Maintaining effective relationships with global, regional, and local stakeholders. Influencing the operational effectiveness of the team. Qualifications Significant experience in financial crime as a regulator, investigator, or senior manager within a global firm in the financial services industry. Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in financial services, with a background in Financial Crime risk management advisory. Proven strategic leadership and influencing skills, applicable beyond your direct span of control. Extensive knowledge of financial crime risk frameworks and execution, with expertise in Digital Assets & Currencies. A background or deep understanding of operational risk is highly desirable. Experience in creating, leading, and motivating a team. The base location for this role is London - Hybrid working. You'll achieve more when you join HSBC. Opening up a world of opportunity. Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you'd like to apply for one of our roles and need adjustments made, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk. Email: Telephone:
