Financial Crimes Risk Specialist, Vice President-London

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in AML, Sanctions and Regulation to Citi’s Financial Crimes risk team.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview:

The Financial Crimes Risk Specialist is responsible for supporting the ongoing implementation and enhancement of the Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS) Financial Crime governance framework within the 1st Line of defense. This activity will be performed through active participation in regional and franchise-wide Financial Crimes risk mitigation programs, helping to shape the strategy for managing the Financial Crimes risks in partnership with the respective Global team, and the overall regional In-Business Risk (IBR) strategy.

The incumbent will promote effective Financial Crimes risk management solutions by working in partnership with all TTS Product teams and 2nd/3rd line of defense partners, including Compliance, Legal & Operations, and Technology teams both regionally and globally. The Financial Crimes Risk Specialist will play a key role in the development of new and expanding TTS products by providing guidance and ongoing support for product teams to ensure appropriate & effective controls are introduced and maintained.

What you’ll do:

• Provide support to TTS Head of Financial Crimes Risk for Europe, UK, and MEA and lead various initiatives, for example related to Sanctions Screening, KYC, AML monitoring Anti-bribery and Corruption.

• Support Product teams to identify and assess Financial Crimes risk for new and enhanced products and innovative solutions.

• Build strong working relationships with 1st and 2nd line colleagues to ensure early engagement on new business initiatives to ensure timely support of commercial priorities and full adherence to global and regional risk management policies and procedures.

• Conduct reviews of Sanctions and AML processes and procedures across all product lines to ensure policy requirements are met, being fit for purpose and have been implemented consistently, with appropriate supporting documentation.

• Assess regulatory and business impact of proposed changes to Financial Crimes Risk policies/procedures/guidelines and work collaboratively with 2nd Line to ensure the business operates in line with regulatory requirements.

• Participate in various product related governance forums and be able to source information important for further assessment and management escalation.

• Support the TTS business in Financial Crimes related internal or external reviews, including managing exam preparation and deliverables.

• Produce and deliver communication plans to ensure timely and consistent awareness of changes in the Financial Crimes Risk policies/requirements by TTS Product and country teams.

• Coordinate and deliver targeted Financial Crimes Risk related training when necessary.

What we’ll need from you:

• Experience in financial services, preferably in products, operations, and/or AML/sanctions investigations.

• Knowledge of the key Financial Crime regulations, risks, and typologies.

• Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management and escalate issues.

• Experience in supporting the implementation of AML or sanctions programs.

• An understanding of the region and specific experience of Sanctions/ Sanctions operations is an advantage

• Commercially minded, with good organizational and planning skills.

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills: ability to communicate clearly and concisely in all aspects of the job and with multiple audiences in mind.

• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.

• Comfortable navigating complex, highly matrixed organizations.

• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.                                                                                                     

• Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience.

What we can offer you:

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure

• A discretional annual performance related bonus

• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Pension Plan 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends 

• Access to an array of learning and development resources 

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.  We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. 

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. 

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Job Family Group:

Controls Governance & Oversight

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Job Family:

Assessment & Design

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Time Type:

Full time

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