Complex Financial Crime Investigator I S2 I Economic Crime Risk I Milton Keynes Hybrid
Country: United Kingdom
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
This role is offered on a hybrid basis, which can be discussed with the recruitment team during the hiring process.
Join our community.
We are always strengthening our financial crime team and are now seeking an expert to join us as a Complex Crime Investigator. You will be working across multiple areas of the business to resolve some of the most complex, risky and high-profile economic crime issues in the Bank.
Already an accomplished financial crime investigator, you will be able to identify and manage key financial crime risks, work effectively with a range of stakeholders and be confident in making recommendations to enhance processes.
No two days are the same – Within the space of a week you could be working on cases related to sanctions, terrorist financing, high-profile PEPs, complex tax evasion or bribery and corruption (to name a few!)
The difference you’ll make.
Conducting investigations into the highest risk and most complex economic crime issues, you will apply your financial crime expertise, judgement, and decision-making skills to identify risks and support the bank in meeting its business, legal, regulatory and stakeholder obligations
Engaging with teams across Santander and external agencies to collate the information required and make appropriate decisions, including meeting external reporting requirements and making recommendations across the business where risks are identified or improvements to processes are required
What you’ll bring.
In depth knowledge and understanding of all aspects of financial crime investigation, including knowledge of money laundering and terrorist financing typologies.
A detailed working knowledge of the regulatory framework of UK financial services, the political and economic environment
It would also be nice for you to have.
Good knowledge and understanding of corporate structures, sanctions legislation, bribery and corruption and tax.
Ability to analyse and evaluate complex issues and sound judgement in determining appropriate actions/solutions.
Proven track record of working within a similar complex investigations/crime environment, ideally qualified with/or willing to work towards, a relevant professional qualification suitable for the role
Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory framework of UK financial services, industry trends and best practice
What else you need to know.
If successful we will provide you with all of the support and training, you will need to thrive in the role. In addition to on-the-job training, external courses and remote-learning packages, we also provide the opportunity for all staff to undertake recognised industry qualifications such as the ICA diploma in AML
Everyday Inclusion
At Santander we’re creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.
How we’ll reward you.
As well as a salary, we offer a wide range of benefits that you can choose from and tailor to your needs.
£500 annual cash allowance to spend on our great range of benefits.
Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus
Pension with generous contributions of up to 12.5% from Santander, depending on your own contribution and length of employment with us
27 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 28 days after 5yrs service, with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year
Voluntary healthcare benefits at discounted rates. Including : Bupa medical insurance, dental insurance, healthcare cash plan and health assessments
Benefits supporting you and your family, such as death-in-service benefit, income protection, and voluntary life assurance and critical illness cover
24/7 access to an online employee discount platform including retailers, entertainment, eating out, travel and more
Share in Santander’s success by investing in our share plans
Support your favourite causes through charitable giving and our community partnerships
What to do next.
If this sounds like a role you’re interested in, then please apply.
If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, get in touch. Whether it’s a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance, we’re available through telephone, email, or face to face. You can contact us at resourcing@santander.co.uk or call 0870 414 9080.