Financial Crime Officer

The Melton has been helping people to buy their homes and make the most of their savings since 1875. Our success is built on being a mutual building society which places customers and the community at the heart of everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity in our Risk & Compliance department for a full-time, Financial Crime Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for a Financial Crime specialist looking to support the Society on a wide range of Financial Crime duties and help shape our future controls.

This role is based in Melton Mowbray on a hybrid basis.

About the position

As a Financial Crime Officer, you will:

• Identify and the develop changes to the Financial Crime Policy, guidance and controls.
• Own and develop Financial Crime procedures.
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide technical advice, guidance and support to the wider Society on the Society’s Financial Crime controls and procedures.
• Produce Financial Crime Management Information.
• Support the development and maintenance of Financial Crime risk assessments.
• Identify and manage Financial Crime related risks.
• Design and deliver Financial Crime role-specific training.
• Identify and support the implementation of new or revised regulatory requirements.
• Conduct Due Diligence and other checks on customer accounts.
• Conduct in depth Enhanced Due Diligence assessments for high-risk customers.
• Review, investigate and escalate Transaction Monitoring alerts and Suspicious Activity Reports.
• Review, investigate and escalate PEP, Sanction, Adverse media, eID&V and manual ID referrals.
• Conduct reviews, gap analyses, control testing and assurance in relation to Financial Crime controls and compliance.
• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

What are we looking for?

People who share our passion to make a difference, build relationships and scratch under the surface to find innovative solutions. We are keen to see applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

Experience

· Knowledge and understanding of relevant UK Financial Crime laws and regulations.

· Experience of working in a Financial Crime role, preferably within Retail Banking.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

· Experience of dealing with Financial Crime technologies would be desirable.

· A Financial Crime Qualification e.g. ICA Certificate is advantageous.

Skills

· Great communication skills

· Problem solving and analytical skills

· Ability to work independently and be proactive

· Well organised and manages time effectively

· Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders

· Attention to detail

· Ability to apply a risk-based approach and think objectively

· Research and investigation skills

What’s in it for you?

We know that our most important asset at The Melton are our people – people who make things happen. We work in a people focused industry where relationships with our customers are key to our success and we continuously strive to make The Melton a great place to work.

It’s an exciting time to join The Melton as we strive to be the best regional Building Society in the country. We aim to create an inclusive and supportive culture where our differences are embraced, understood, and valued.

For the right candidate the position carries a highly competitive reward package including a generous pension, 30 days holiday, bonus scheme, health cash plan and much more.

To apply, please enter your details & upload your CV.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Experience:

• Financial crime: 5 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Melton Mowbray (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Melton Mowbray