Financial Crime Prevention - Systems Analyst

Job Introduction
This role is based in the Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) Data and Analytics team in Manchester. The team is responsible for supporting the wider FCP department through the provision of analytics, reporting, systems configuration and support services. The role holder will have (or develop) a detailed understanding of the systems used within Financial Crime Prevention, serving as a power user and subject matter expert for the department.
Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for all system development life cycle processes of our FCP case management system, from design and implementation through to maintenance and analysis.
• Carrying out analysis of system data to answer ad-hoc queries and to support the production of management information and reporting.
• Undertaking horizon scanning and assessing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assisting with the management of system issues, defects and incidents.• Building and managing relationships with system users, IT, vendors and suppliers.
• Operates in line with the Bank's Risk Management framework (including sub-frameworks) and relevant risk and compliance policies and procedures.

Ideal Candidate
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Essential

• Operates in line with the Bank's Risk Management framework (including sub-frameworks) and relevant risk and compliance policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills with the capacity to explain complex topic/ideas in understandable terms to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to use initiative in order to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency creation.
• Capable of problem solving and analysing situations, delivering practical and compliant Financial Crime controls/solutions.
• Strong numerical skills and exceptional attention to detail.

Desirable:

• Understanding of UK AML, KYC, Sanctions and/or Fraud regulatory environment.
• Experience configuring systems or using technology/data in a Financial Crime setting (technical skills such Python/SQL/Javascript/VB are well regarded).

Company Information
Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.
The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.
What is in it for you?

• We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
• Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
• A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)

Application next steps
Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview.
There will be a two stage interview process with a mix of virtual and face-to-face.
How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process - just let us know by email .
This advert will be live for a minimum of two weeks. However, please note that after the two weeks, the closing date could change at any time depending on the number of responses received.
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