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Taking risk for reward is central to IFGL’s business model, and effective risk management is critical to achieving our strategic objectives. This role sits at the heart of that framework. As Financial Crime Prevention Specialist—and holder of the R16 (DMLRO) Controlled Function—you will play a key role in protecting the Group from financial crime, regulatory sanction, and reputational harm. You will influence decision‑making at all levels, ensure compliance with AML/CFT legislation, and support the Money Laundering Reporting Officer and Chief Compliance Officer in safeguarding the integrity of our risk and governance environment.
Job Responsibility:
Act (or demonstrate readiness to act) as an Approved Person undertaking the R16 DMLRO Controlled Function, including decisions on disclosures and liaison with financial crime agencies
Lead the submission of Suspicious Activity Reports and oversee any resulting law enforcement orders
Maintain and enhance the Group’s financial crime risk management framework, ensuring proportionate, commercially attuned controls across all jurisdictions
Interpret legislation and regulatory change, ensuring timely implementation of AML/CFT, sanctions, fraud and related obligations
Develop and embed AML/CFT policies, procedures and risk-based monitoring proportionate to the Group’s scale and complexity
Provide subject matter expertise for regulatory consultations, Compliance Assurance Reviews, and key strategic projects
Support due diligence for business integrations and major initiatives
Produce internal AML/CFT reporting and contribute to the annual Group AML/CFT Board Report
Build strong working relationships with regulators, law enforcement, internal teams, and external stakeholders
Requirements:
Deep knowledge of AML/CFT and financial crime legislation, including the duties of a DMLRO in the Isle of Man and other IFGL jurisdictions
Significant experience (2–5+ years) in a senior financial crime prevention role, ideally already approved for the R16 controlled function
Strong understanding of regulatory risk across technical and operational domains
Experience working in multi-jurisdictional financial services environments, ideally life and investments
Proven ability to deliver credible subject-matter expertise, manage change, and support continuous improvement
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills—able to challenge constructively, advise with commercial insight, and build trust at all levels
Strategic problem-solving ability, strong organisational skills, and meticulous attention to detail
Professional qualifications (e.g., ICA Diploma) or commitment to achieving within 18 months
Demonstrates independence, integrity, and sound professional judgement
What we offer:
28 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
Generous discretionary bonus scheme
Voluntary “double matching” pension scheme
Private medical insurance (after qualification period)