Head of Financial Crime Job at Social Value Portal Ltd (London)

Head of Financial Crime

Social Value Portal Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
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Salary:

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Job Description:

Responsible for oversight of the 2nd line financial crime team and maintaining an effective financial crime function and framework across the Group. As a leader within the 2nd Line, assist the Head of Operational Risk by delivering effective risk management strategies against financial crime risk that contribute to a robust control environment. PRA/FCA SMF17 MLRO for the following group entities: Beazley Furlonge Limited (BFL) and Beazley Insurance designated activity company (BIdac) UK branch and all associated companies.

Job Responsibility:

Line management of the financial crime team to include regular team meetings, 1:1s, action setting and tracking, performance assessment and associated responsibilities
Member of appropriate governance forums/committees as required
Management of any relevant external advisors as required
Manage and maintain an effective Financial Crime function supporting and protecting the group against the six pillars of financial crime risk (Bribery & Corruption, Fraud, Market Abuse, Money Laundering, Sanctions Evasion and Tax Evasion) and related reputational risk ensuring that the needs of all stakeholders are met
Ensure the resourcing model, quantity and quality of resources enable the Financial Crime Function to meet the group’s needs
Develop and maintain Beazley’s financial crime policy in line with legislative and regulatory obligations, ensuring the policy remains up to date
Produce regular financial crime reports and present to appropriate Boards and Committees when required
Act in an advisory capacity to support business heads and management focus on the financial crime risk in individual business areas
Assist senior management in development and maintaining an effective financial crime compliance culture
Ensure that the firm’s risk management policies, risk assessment profile and their application are adequately documented and approved by Beazley’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors
Create and maintain the financial crime risk-based approach and, where applicable, the risk assessment of Beazley’s customers, products and services, country and delivery channel risk
Document Beazley’s risk-based strategies in relation to financial crime compliance, as well as the basis for the risk-assessment
Monitor that all internal SARs received are investigated
Write external SARs and ensure that these are submitted to the relevant law enforcement agency in respect of all suspicions
ensure that these are meaningful and of good quality
Ensure that all staff are aware of their personal and regulatory obligations in relation to financial crime reporting and that they have read and understood the firm’s policies and procedures
Ensure that staff understand the firm’s risk-based approach in relation to financial crime
Ensure that role-based, competency-based training is carried out by all staff in relation to financial crime compliance, including but not limited to, knowledge of systems, controls, policies and a wider understanding of financial crime risks
Ensure that all staff have access to adequate annual training in financial crime compliance risks
Regularly collate and provide management information as necessary to the board or executive committee
Write an annual MLRO report providing an assessment of the financial crime prevention controls of the firm, with sufficient management information and recommendations for improvement
Make appropriate and meaningful recommendations for improvement on a regular basis where deficiencies have been identified in relation to financial crime prevention controls
Represent the firm and interact with all external agencies in relation to financial crime matters, including regulators and law enforcement agencies, and ensure any other third-party enquiries in relation to financial crime prevention, investigation or compliance are responded to in a timely manner
Support the Heads of Compliance in establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships with key regulators including the PRA, FCA, Lloyd’s, CBI, CID, the relevant regulators, and financial crime regulatory agencies including HMT/OFAC/EU
Establish and manage close working relationships with key internal stakeholders, including the Executive Management, Boards and NEDs
Keep abreast of applicable sanctions, prohibition or advisory notices (such as Dear CEO letters)
Ensure the business and staff are aware of sanctions and prohibitions by ensuring relevant training and regular communication notices are provided
Ensure that all reasonable requests for information by the regulator and law enforcement agencies are promptly responded to
Promote a culture of good conduct within the Financial Crime function by demonstrating and communicating the expected levels of behaviour and integrity
Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct
Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system
Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers
Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs
Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas
Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system

Requirements:

Proven financial crime expertise, preferably with a strong understanding of the Lloyd’s market and framework
Regulator relations experience in an insurance-related and/or financial services company/organisation
Expert knowledge of financial crime regulation, policies and procedures, particularly UK/EU/UN/OFAC Sanctions regimes, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), the UK Proceeds of Crime Act Section 7, FCA SYSC Handbook 6.3, FCA Financial Crime Guide Parts 1 & 2, UK Bribery Act, UK Fraud Act, JMLSG Guidance, and Suspicious Activity Reporting
Degree level educated
and/or Relevant professional qualification and experience
Ability to build strong partnering relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Ability to interact professionally and with credibility and manage expectations of senior management and key stakeholders
Proven management experience, with experience of leading / managing strategic change
Experience of dealing with financial crime regulatory agencies, including OFAC, OFSI & EU, in relation to sanctions issues
Experience of working in a global and fast paced business environment is essential
Experience of reporting to and presenting to boards and committees
Proficient in Microsoft 365 apps
Strong leadership and people management skills
Application of risk-based judgement
Maintaining confidentiality, diplomacy and discretion
Influencing and trusted advisor
Flexible
Energetic, enthusiastic and positive
Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously
Highest degree of integrity / discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Analytical
Attention to detail, with ability to see bigger picture
Ability to challenge, negotiate with, influence and persuade both internal and external parties

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Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

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Head of Financial Crime

Social Value Portal Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

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