Head of Financial Crime Job at Randstad (Sydney)

Financial Crimes Risk Director

The Financial Crimes Risk Director role is a first line function responsible for...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s/University degree required
master’s degree desirable
15+ years’ experience in financial crime compliance or risk management
Financial Crime certification preferred (ACAMS, ACSS etc.)
Strong understanding of international Sanctions
Strong professional experience in Financial Services, in Financial Crime Compliance and/or Financial Crime Risk & Controls
Knowledge and understanding of Payments, Correspondent Banking, Trade, Working Capital, and Liquidity Management products
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and deliver according to strict timelines and quality standards
Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management, escalate issues and press for change

Job Responsibility

Understand business-owned products, services, as well as corresponding financial crimes-related controls, and processes
Provide financial crimes compliance/risk management subject matter expertise to the Services businesses in Asia to ensure the design and implementation of a coherent and effective control environment
Assess complex issues, structure potential solutions, and drive effective resolution with other senior stakeholders
Assess existing control framework, identify potential compliance gaps
Drive execution ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, as well as effectiveness of the control environment
Ensure adequate mapping of risk and processes and clear control ownership
Create & maintain a robust partnership with the business heads, operations, technology and the second line of defense
Ensure clear and timely escalation of control issues, while assisting their adequate management and internal reporting
Drive a consistent and holistic approach to Financial Crimes risk management across Services
Ensure early engagement on new business initiatives to ensure timely support of commercial priorities and full adherence to global and regional risk management policies and procedures

Fulltime

Financial Crimes Risk Specialist

The Financial Crimes Risk Specialist is responsible for supporting the ongoing i...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in financial services, preferably in products, operations, and/or AML/sanctions investigations
Knowledge of the key Financial Crime regulations, risks, and typologies
Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management and escalate issues
Experience in supporting the implementation of AML or sanctions programs
An understanding of the region and specific experience of Sanctions/ Sanctions operations is an advantage
Commercially minded, with good organizational and planning skills
Excellent verbal & written communication skills: ability to communicate clearly and concisely in all aspects of the job and with multiple audiences in mind
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities
Comfortable navigating complex, highly matrixed organizations
Excellent influencing and negotiation skills

Job Responsibility

Provide support to TTS Head of Financial Crimes Risk for Europe, UK, and MEA and lead various initiatives, for example related to Sanctions Screening, KYC, AML monitoring Anti-bribery and Corruption
Support Product teams to identify and assess Financial Crimes risk for new and enhanced products and innovative solutions
Build strong working relationships with 1st and 2nd line colleagues to ensure early engagement on new business initiatives to ensure timely support of commercial priorities and full adherence to global and regional risk management policies and procedures
Conduct reviews of Sanctions and AML processes and procedures across all product lines to ensure policy requirements are met, being fit for purpose and have been implemented consistently, with appropriate supporting documentation
Assess regulatory and business impact of proposed changes to Financial Crimes Risk policies/procedures/guidelines and work collaboratively with 2nd Line to ensure the business operates in line with regulatory requirements
Participate in various product related governance forums and be able to source information important for further assessment and management escalation
Support the TTS business in Financial Crimes related internal or external reviews, including managing exam preparation and deliverables
Produce and deliver communication plans to ensure timely and consistent awareness of changes in the Financial Crimes Risk policies/requirements by TTS Product and country teams
Coordinate and deliver targeted Financial Crimes Risk related training when necessary

What we offer

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
increasing with tenure
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources

Fulltime

Head of Financial Crime

Responsible for oversight of the 2nd line financial crime team and maintaining a...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

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

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

Financial Crime Senior Manager

The Financial Crime team supports the firm to effectively and efficiently manage...

Location

United Kingdom , Cardiff; Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Grant Thornton UK LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrable experience of leading and managing a team of senior financial crime experts, preferably in a professional services environment
Experience with the maintenance of policies, and the production of supplementary resources and documentation to support a large international business
Technical experience in identifying, assessing and managing highly complex financial crime risks and matters as they relate to client or third-party relationships
Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills
Someone who flourishes in a fast-moving and changing environment and can lead others through significant change

Job Responsibility

Be an expert in UK legal and regulatory requirements on financial crime compliance
Have a good working knowledge of financial crime risk and prevention, including anti-money laundering (AML), anti-bribery & corruption (AB&C), counterterrorist and proliferation financing (CFT), prevention of tax evasion and fraud prevention
Have a good understanding of international sanctions regimes and the obligations that these place on international firms
Be responsible for the new team that will be established to deliver the work under the GT UK Deputy Head of Financial Crime, International
Support and deputise for the Deputy Head of Financial Crime, International, on financial crime due diligence activities related to M&A activity of the GT UK firm
Manage relationships with senior stakeholders at Grant Thornton international member firms
Be an escalation point for the team on the most complex consultations and escalations from international firms, providing appropriate and balanced advice or support to senior stakeholders
Be responsible for the long-term development and scaling of the team, to align with the strategic growth of the GT UK firm and its M&A activities
Work with the Deputy Head of Financial Crime, International, on the long-term strategy and planning for GT UK on its financial crime compliance responsibilities for international firms

What we offer

Flexible working
Consider reduced hours and job shares
Support to balance your work and life
Inclusive culture
Real opportunity
Work life balance
Freedom to bring your whole self to work
Pursue your passions inside and outside of work
Secondments
Fundraising for local charities

Head of KYC Operations

Head of KYC Operations – Austin – Full Time – Financial Services / Fintech. Are ...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

Not provided

Orbis Consultants

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in Operations—preferably in KYC/AML, compliance, financial crime, or fintech/financial services
8+ years of leadership experience, including managing large-scale, multi-location teams
Proven track record of building efficient, compliant, and scalable operations
Deep knowledge of regulatory environments across the Americas
Skilled in data analytics platforms (e.g., Looker, Superset) to drive operational performance
Strategic thinker and problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Exceptional communicator, collaborator, and people leader

Job Responsibility

Set the strategic direction for KYC operations in the Americas, balancing regulatory compliance with customer-centric growth
Lead and inspire a team of 150+ people across multiple countries, including in-house and outsourced operations
Oversee the quality, speed, cost, and compliance of all onboarding and KYC-related processes
Build a scalable, data-driven KYC function — improving false positives/negatives, SLA adherence, and case resolution quality
Collaborate closely with Product, Compliance, and Risk teams to ensure alignment on strategy, regulatory obligations, and innovation in financial crime prevention
Develop team leadership and people strategy, enhancing career development, engagement, and performance metrics
Manage external vendors, budget oversight, and reporting at a senior executive level

What we offer

Competitive relocation package is available

Fulltime

Financial Crime Money Laundering Reporting Officer

Join us as a VP in our Paris Compliance Team where you will fulfill a maternity-...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Legal, ACOI (Association of Compliance Officers in Ireland) or relevant Financial Crime qualification
In-depth understanding of French, Belgian and/or international Financial Crime regulation and legislation
Strong communicator – both written and verbal
Fluent in French and English

Job Responsibility

Ensure supervision of the Financial Crime function for Barclays Bank PLC – France Branch
Provide oversight of compliance with Barclays AML, ABC and Sanctions Policies, related standards and local Financial Crime laws and regulations across first and second lines of defence
Provide advice and guidance across 1LOD and 2LOD to support mitigating Financial Crime risks
Assist the Head of Financial Crime Europe in the supervision of the wider Financial Crime function in Europe
Identification and assessment of compliance risks through thorough reviews of business activities, changes, processes, testing and systems
Identification and investigation of potential market abuse
Conduct investigation of compliance risk events or breaches
Oversight and check and challenge of corrective actions and preventative measures
Implementation of compliance policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements
Collaboration with 1LOD, other relevant Compliance teams and legal, and relevant risk management functions

What we offer

Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to flexible working arrangements
International scale offering incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience
Chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues
Encouragement to embrace mobility

Fulltime

Investment Banking Financial Crime Advisory

Join the Legal team to protect Barclays, its employees, and its brands while ens...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Financial Crime
Experience in AML, Counter-Terrorist Financing, Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption regulations
Experience advising on high-risk clients, transactions, and new product approvals
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), reputational risk assessments, and escalation protocols

Job Responsibility

Strategic leadership, oversight, and continuous enhancement of the Investment Bank’s financial crime program
Act as a delegate for the Head of Investment Banking Financial Crime Advisory, representing the function in senior forums and leading strategic initiatives
Advising senior management, business heads, and control partners on Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing, Sanctions and Anti-Bribery & Corruption
Ensure the bank meets regulatory expectations and internal standards while enabling sustainable business growth
Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance
Legal advice and support to the business on financial crime laws, regulations, and rules
Support other legal teams in representation of the bank in legal proceedings that raise financial crime issues
Advising on financial crime compliance policies and procedures
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations
To support Compliance, contributing to and delivering training to employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to financial crime

What we offer

Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to flexible working arrangements
Global mobility and career development opportunities

Fulltime

Manager of Financial Intelligence Unit

Blockchain.com is connecting the world to the future of finance. As the most tru...

Location

Lithuania , Vilnius

Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 EUR / Year

Blockchain

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of relevant AML experience
Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and guidance governing AML / CFT, Sanctions / illicit finance and regulatory reporting
Experience managing and implementing operational processes in crypto compliance, including using blockchain monitoring tools
Comfort working in a global environment across time zones
Experience working to drive programmatic and operational efficiencies using data and automation
Ability to successfully manage competing priorities in a fast-paced tech-driven environment
Experience querying databases with SQL or manipulating with data visualization tools
Exceptional communication skills for engaging with regulators, leadership, and cross-functional teams
Ability to balance regulatory compliance with business growth and innovation

Job Responsibility

Oversee the implementation of FIU day-to-day processes, ensuring full adherence to regulatory expectations and aligned with industry best practices
Maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of compliance operations, including alert volumes, false positive rates, and investigation times
Develop and deliver dashboards and reports to senior management, regulators, and other stakeholders
Create and scale operational mechanisms to manage productivity, improve quality, and contribute to best-in-class operational processes
Develop, implement, and manage risk-based rules to ensure effective monitoring across diverse geographies and product offerings
Manage vendor relationships that support operational processes including transaction monitoring, screening, blockchain monitoring, etc
Leverage technology to automate workflows, implement operational efficiencies, and enhance operational scalability as the business grows
Build and manage a global team of compliance professionals responsible for investigation and filing regulatory reports and supporting other ad-hoc strategic compliance initiatives
Work closely across the Compliance team with MLROs and the Head of Financial Crimes Compliance, as well as cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Data, Legal, and others
Provide training, mentorship, and career development opportunities for team members

What we offer

Bonus scheme based on both company and individual performance
Unlimited vacation policy
Apple equipment provided by the company
Work from Anywhere Policies

Fulltime

Head of Financial Crime

Randstad

Location:
Australia , Sydney

Category:
Banking

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 28, 2026

Expiration:
March 12, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Head of Financial Crime

Financial Crimes Risk Director

Financial Crimes Risk Specialist

Head of Financial Crime

Financial Crime Senior Manager

Head of KYC Operations

Financial Crime Money Laundering Reporting Officer

Investment Banking Financial Crime Advisory

Manager of Financial Intelligence Unit

Head of Financial Crime

Randstad

Location:Australia , Sydney

Category:Banking

Contract Type:Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:February 28, 2026

Expiration:March 12, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Head of Financial Crime

Financial Crimes Risk Director

Financial Crimes Risk Specialist

Head of Financial Crime

Financial Crime Senior Manager

Head of KYC Operations

Financial Crime Money Laundering Reporting Officer

Investment Banking Financial Crime Advisory

Manager of Financial Intelligence Unit

Location:
Australia , Sydney

Category:
Banking

Contract Type:
Not provided

Job Posted:
February 28, 2026

Expiration:
March 12, 2026