vp, team lead - group retail anti-financial crimes.

about the job

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strengthening Controls & Reporting:

• Design and maintain a strong risk and control framework, working closely with the OET Lead on workforce management, reporting, and quality assurance.
• Conduct regular assessments to ensure robust first-line control ownership and identify opportunities to implement process quality controls.
• Act as the key interface between AFC Ops and Group functions, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Deliver insightful operational metrics and reports to the Group Retail AFC Lead for governance and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency, quality, and compliance.

2. Driving Organizational Transformation:

• Lead policy, process, and technology changes within AFC Ops, addressing control gaps and enhancing effectiveness.
• Oversee change performance, provide recommendations for improvements, and support global transformation programmes.
• Introduce and integrate new capabilities aligned with organizational goals and initiatives.

3. Building Stakeholder Relationships:

• Collaborate with AFC Ops teams, Group Compliance, and Group Technology & Operations to align efforts and achieve transformation goals.
• Provide regular updates on project and initiative statuses to management and stakeholders.

4. Leading Teams & Managing Resources:

• Oversee team performance, recruitment, training, and leave management, ensuring compliance with HR policies.
• Cultivate a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, growth, and excellence.

Requirements:

• Experience: 7–10 years in Financial Crime, Risk Assessment, or Quality Control within Financial Services, Banking, or Regulatory environments.
• Leadership: Proven track record in managing large transformation programmes and developing strategies that balance immediate priorities with long-term goals.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of financial crime risk and control frameworks.
  • Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and act independently.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, with the ability to build partnerships and challenge constructively.
  • Strategic thinker with exceptional organizational and communication skills.

about the manager/team
This role reports to the Group Retail AFC Lead.

If you are keen to explore, kindly apply to the job ads above or reach out to Dex at 0162541577.